Combutol 800mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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LUPIN
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Ethambutol(800.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Tuberculosis |
| Therapy | Anti-tubercular |
| Side effects | Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Dizziness, Stomach ache, Loss of appetite, Joint pain |
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Medical Description
Uses
- Specifically given to patients with Tuberculosis.
Contraindications
- Combutol 800 is contraindicated in cases with
- -Visual problems like optic neuritis
- -Allergy to drug
Side effects
- Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Stomach ache
- Joint pain
- Loss of appetite
- Rare Side effects
- Visual disturbances
- Colour Blindness
- Worsening of cough
- Numbness or tingling
- Hallucinations
- Chest pain
- Difficulty in breathing
- Signs of allergy-like rash, itching, swelling of face or tongue
- In case of these side effects, report to the doctor immediately.
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- Combutol 800 should not be taken by patients with any kind of visual, liver, or kidney disorder, without a doctor’s supervision.
- Be regular with the dose, Combutol 800 cannot be stopped without a doctor's recommendation.
- Not to be taken by children under the age of 13.
- Pregnant and lactating women should always inform the doctor about the present situation.
Directions for Use
- Combutol 800 should be taken according to the recommendation of a doctor. It is usually taken as a long term medicine in combination with other medicines.
- It can be taken with or without food. However, try to take it preferably with food to avoid any stomach problems. Try to maintain a schedule and have the medicine at the same time every day.
- You can feel better while taking the medicine during the treatment. Do not stop taking the dose without consulting your doctor.
- The tablet has to be swallowed whole orally with a glass of water. The tablet should not be chewed, crushed or broken.
- In case of a missed dose, take the tablet as soon as you remember the skipped dose. But if it is almost time for another one, consider sticking to the schedule.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Always inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently consuming, including any supplements being taken. Combutol can interact with drugs like-
- Antacid- Antacids containing aluminium hydroxide makes the absorption of Combutol harder. Try to avoid any antacid for 4 hrs after taking medicine.
- Cholera vaccine- If you take Combutol, it is advisable to wait for the vaccine.
- Atorvastatin
- Isoniazid
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any drug, vaccine or any kind of supplement. Even if it is herbal or ayurvedic or any other category.
Interactions with food items
- Interaction with alcohol
- Avoid taking alcohol while taking Combutol 800
- Higher risk of liver disease in chronic alcoholics
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Manufacturer Details
Brand:COMBUTOL
Manufacturer Name:LUPIN
Address:Lupin Ltd ,A-28/1 Midc,,Chikalthana,Aurangabad -431210,India
Country of Origin:India
Vendor Details
Fulfillment Information: Combutol 800 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.
References:
- Ethambutol oral: Uses, side effects, interactions, pictures, warnings & dosing [Internet]. WebMD. WebMD; [cited 2021Dec15].
- Ethambutol - FDA prescribing information, side effects and uses [Internet]. Drugs.com. [cited 2021Dec15]. Available from:
- Department of Adolescent and Child Health and Development. UNICEF. World Health Organization "Breastfeeding and maternal medication: recommendations for drugs in the eleventh Who model list of essential drugs
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