PRODUCT DETAILS

About Afb 4 Kit

ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs primarily used to treat and prevent tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Uses of Afb 4 Kit

Tuberculosis (TB)

Medicinal Benefits of Afb 4 Kit

ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs primarily used to treat and prevent tuberculosis. ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN is a combination of four anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol. Isoniazid works by preventing the TB bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) from forming their own protective covering, while rifampicin inactivates a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by TB bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) to make essential proteins and to reproduce. On the other hand Ethambutol and pyrazinamide work by slowing the growth of these bacteria. Altogether, they kill the bacteria and eradicate the infection.

Directions for Use

Take ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN 30minutes before food or 2hours after food. Swallow ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN as a whole; do not crush or chew the tablet. The dose and duration of ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection.

Side Effects of Afb 4 Kit

Like all medicines, ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Weakness, nausea, vomiting, malaise (feeling of discomfort), fatigue, stomach pain and vision problems are the common side-effects of ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

Similar Drugs

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have jaundice, or if you are taking HIV medicines (saquinavir or ritonavir). Before starting ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN, please inform your doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer while taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN as they might cause interaction. Maintain a gap of one hour between ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN and antacid medicines. Consult your doctor before taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN as it passes into breast milk. ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN is not recommended for use in children. ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN may cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN as it might lead to liver problems and increased dizziness.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN may have interaction with an antibiotic (erythromycin), pain killer (acetaminophen), anti-diabetic (insulin isophane), and anti-HIV (saquinavir, ritonavir).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

 ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN may have interactions with colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), peripheral neuropathy (numbness and pain in hands and feet), porphyria, haemodialysis, diabetes, gout (high uric acid), liver toxicity, dialysis, optic neuritis (vision problems), kidney and liver dysfunction.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN as it could lead to increased dizziness and liver damage.

PREGNANCY

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN passes into breast milk. Do not breastfeed while taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN

DRIVING

ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN may cause dizziness, vision problems, numbness and tingling sensation in hands and feet. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms

LIVER

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor before taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN if you have liver impairment/liver disease.

KIDNEY

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking ETHAMBUTOL+ISONIAZID+PYRAZINAMIDE+RIFAMPICIN.