Isoniazid
Information about Isoniazid
Isoniazid uses
Isoniazid is used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It is also used to treat inactive (latent) TB .
How isoniazid works
Isoniazid is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.
Common side effects of isoniazid
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
Available Medicine for Isoniazid
Expert advice for Isoniazid
- 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 Isoniazid
Isoniazid
Q. Is Isoniazid an antibiotic?
Isoniazid 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 Isoniazid chemotherapy/chemotherapy drug?
Isoniazid 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 Isoniazid bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Isoniazid 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