food interaction for Solonex Tablet DT

alcohol interaction for Solonex Tablet DT

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lactation interaction for Solonex Tablet DT

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Solonex DT Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Solonex DT Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol while taking Solonex DT Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Solonex DT 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
Solonex DT Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Solonex 100mg Tablet DT

Isoniazid(100mg)

Solonex tablet dt uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It is also used to treat inactive (latent) TB .

How solonex tablet dt works

Solonex DT Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

Common side effects of solonex tablet dt

Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Hemolytic anemia, Aplastic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Skin rash, Lethargy, Psychosis, Joint pain, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Optic neuritis, Deafness, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Fever, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Breast enlargement in male, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Increased liver enzymes, Pellagra, Drug-induced lupus syndrome, Constipation, Nausea, Pancreatic inflammation

SUBSTITUTES FOR Solonex Tablet DT

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Solonex Tablet DT

  • Your doctor has prescribed Isoniazid to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • It is best taken on an empty stomach.
  • You must also take a vitamin B6 supplement while on Isoniazid.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience vision changes, loss of appetite, tiredness, stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, yellow skin or eyes or dark-colored urine.

Frequently asked questions FOR Solonex 100mg Tablet DT

Isoniazid

Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet an antibiotic?
Solonex DT Tablet is an antibiotic used in the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis or TB (a serious infection caused by bacteria that affects the lungs and in certain cases other parts of the body)
Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet chemotherapy/chemotherapy drug?
Solonex DT Tablet is a primary antibiotic used for treatment of tuberculosis. Do not confuse it with chemotherapy or chemo drugs used for the treatment of cancer
Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Solonex DT Tablet is a bacteriostatic antibiotic. It stops or suppresses growth of tuberculosis causing bacteria by interfering with the formation of protective outer covering (cell wall) which is essential for their growth
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Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet safe?
Yes. Solonex DT Tablet is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet a MAOI?
Solonex DT Tablet has very weak inhibitory activity on enzymes monoamine oxidases (MAO); however it is not used as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet a sulfa drug?
No. The chemical structure and mechanism of action of Solonex DT Tablet is different from sulfa drugs
Q. Is Solonex DT Tablet an inducer or inhibitor?
Solonex DT Tablet is an inhibitor (decreases activity) of an important liver enzyme system that is responsible for the final processing and elimination of several drugs from the body
Q. Can I take isoniazid with ibuprofen/Benadryl/Nyquil/Aleve/Mucinex/amoxicillin?
There no known serious drug interactions of isoniazid with ibuprofen, paracetamol (trade name: Tylenol), naproxen (trade name: Aleve), amoxicillin or any active drug present in Nyquil or Mucinex. Please inform your doctor about all the medication you are currently taking to avoid interactions that may reduce effectiveness of any treatment or aggravate side effects
Q. Does Solonex DT Tablet cause weight loss/weight gain/hair loss/diarrhea/affect menstruation?
Changes in body weight (gain/loss), hair loss, diarrhea or changes in menstruation are not among the known side effects of Solonex DT Tablet. You may experience few of these side effects while on multi drug (including Solonex DT Tablet) treatment for tuberculosis
Q. Does Solonex DT Tablet cause acne/make you tired/cause constipation?
You may experience unusual tiredness, constipation or acne while on treatment with Solonex DT Tablet. Please inform your doctor about all the medication you are currently taking to avoid interactions that may reduce effectiveness of any treatment or aggravate side effects
Q. Does Solonex DT Tablet affect birth control?
Solonex DT Tablet has no known interaction with commonly used oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, multidrug treatment for tuberculosis contains active drug rifampin that decreases the effectiveness of oral contraceptives and hampers birth control.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 December, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)