food interaction for Pzn Tablet
alcohol interaction for Pzn Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Pzn Tablet
lactation interaction for Pzn Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Pzn 500mg 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 Pzn 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Pzn 500mg 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
Pzn 500mg 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 Pzn 500mg Tablet
Pyrazinamide(500mg)
Pzn tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
How pzn tablet works
Pzn 500mg 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 pzn tablet
Jaundice, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Increased liver enzymes, Joint pain
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Expert advice FOR Pzn 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 Pzn 500mg Tablet
Pyrazinamide
Q. What is Pzn 500mg Tablet and what is it used for?
Pzn 500mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics in the treatment of tuberculosis
Q. Is Pzn 500mg Tablet bactericidal?
Pzn 500mg 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 Pzn 500mg Tablet work/treat tuberculosis?
Pzn 500mg Tablet kills or stops growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action for Pzn 500mg Tablet is not known