food interaction for Pza Ciba Tablet

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lactation interaction for Pza Ciba Tablet

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Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet

Pyrazinamide(750mg)

Pza ciba tablet uses

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How pza ciba tablet works

Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet is an antitubercular medicine. In the body, it gets converted to pyrazinoic acid. This pyrazinoic acid inhibits fatty acid synthase I (bacterial enzyme), which is essential for bacterial growth. Thus, it works as a bacteriocidal to prohibit their growth and treats tuberculosis.

Common side effects of pza ciba tablet

Jaundice, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Increased liver enzymes, Joint pain

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Expert advice FOR Pza Ciba Tablet

  • Pyrazinamide along with other medications effectively treats tuberculosis.
  • Do not to forget a dose, as this increases the risk of the bacteria becoming resistant to the medicine, and also increases the risk of getting side effects.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Pyrazinamide as this may increase the risk of side effects on the liver.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Pyrazinamide as it may make hormonal contraceptives such as the pill less effective.

Frequently asked questions FOR Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet

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Q. What is Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics in the treatment of tuberculosis
Q. Is Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet bactericidal?
Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic) in certain cases and kills (bactericidal) the tuberculosis causing bacteria in other cases
Q. How does Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet work/treat tuberculosis?
Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet kills or stops growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action for Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet is not known
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Q. How does Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet cause hyperuricemia and gout?
Following oral intake of Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of Pza Ciba 750mg Tablet). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).

Content on this page was last updated on 11 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)