Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets
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Product Summary
| Salt Content | Pyrazinamide(750.0 Mg)+Isoniazid(150.0 Mg)+Ethambutol(400.0 Mg)+Rifampicin(225.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Tuberculosis |
| Therapy | Anti-tubercular |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, rashes, fever, dark-urine, jaundice, and visual impairment. |
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Medical Description
Forecox tablets are medications that are used to treat and prevent tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by mycobacterium tuberculi that primarily affects the lungs. Tuberculosis can also affect the kidneys, the brain, the spine, and the bone marrow. Forecox tablets tablet is effective against treating bacterial infections caused by tubercular bacilli. The organism that causes tuberculosis, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, is killed by Forecox tablets (tuberculosis).
Take a Forecox tablet 30 minutes before or after a meal. Allow an hour between taking Forecox and any antacid medicines. Due to the food interactions of Forecox tablet, avoid food containing thymine and histamine such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer.
Some of the side effects of the Forecox tablet include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, weakness, muscle soreness, heartburn, diarrhoea, gas, and numbness or tingling sensation. Forecox tablets can impact liver enzymes if used for a long duration. As a result, a regular liver function test (LFT) is necessary. Consult the doctor before taking this tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Uses
- According To CDSCO Forecox 450 mg is used in
- Treating Tuberculosis (TB)
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the Forecox tablets
- If you have jaundice, a Forecox tablet is unsafe for you.
- If you are on dialysis, and optic neuritis Forecox tablets are contraindicated
- If you are detected with HIV and on HIV medications, do not use Forecox tablets tablet (saquinavir or ritonavir)
- If you have epilepsy, gout, malnutrition, please tell your doctor before starting Forecox tablets
- If you have diabetes, kidney problems, or peripheral neuropathy avoid taking Forecox tablets
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Malaise (feeling of discomfort)
- Fatigue
- Vision problems
- Watery eyes
- Excess salivation
- Dark-coloured urine
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You must not miss a dose, as bacteria can become resistant to the treatment
- You must not use this medication in children, as Forecox tablets are not for paediatric use
- Your doctor may suggest liver tests to see while taking the Forecox tablet
- Your blood tests, such as folate, vitamin B12, and liver function, may be affected by taking the Forecox tablets
- Your doctor may prescribe Vitamin B6 supplements to prevent vitamin B6 deficiency
- You must use a reliable contraceptive technique to avoid pregnancy as Forecox may make hormonal contraceptives pill less effective
- You must complete the course, even if you feel better
Directions for Use
- For the dosage and duration of Forecox 450 mg, follow the doctor's instructions list. Double-check the label before usage
- Take a Forecox tablet half an hour before or two hours after eating. Avoid foods high in tyramine, such as cheese, smoked fish, meats, and some types of alcohol, when taking Forecox pills
- Forecox tablets should not be chewed or crushed. Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
- To get the most out of this pill, take it at the same time every day
- The dose and duration of the Forecox tablets pill may vary depending on the severity of the infection
Storage and disposal
Keep this medicine in its original container and shut the lid tightly. It must be stored according to the instructions on the package or label. Any unused medication must be discarded. Make sure no pets, children, or other individuals consume it. Store in a secure cabinet away from heat and moisture. Make sure the medicine isn't past its expiration date. Medicines that have reached the end of their shelf life should be appropriately disposed of. Do not dump medications down the toilet, as this can affect sea and river sources. Combine medicine with anything that will disintegrate in the garbage, such as coffee grounds or kitten litter. Fill a bag with the ingredients and seal it.
Dosage
Overdose
Overdose signs and symptoms are noted in the case of higher dose consumption. In case of reactions or abnormal changes contact the doctor right away. Rashes, itching, vomiting, fever, altered consciousness and seizures are symptoms of overdose.
Missed a Dose
If a dose of Forecox tablets is missed, ensure to take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume with a regular dosage. Do not double doses to make up for a missed dose unless the doctor says so.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol are all anti-tuberculosis medications found in Forecox tablets. Isoniazid works by preventing TB bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) from creating their protective covering. Rifampicin acts by inactivating an enzyme called RNA-polymerase, which is required for TB bacteria to reproduce. Ethambutol and pyrazinamide function by blocking the proliferation of these bacteria, hence limiting their growth. They all work together to kill the bacteria and get rid of the ailment.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- When taking a Forecox tablet with antacids, the Forecox tablet's effectiveness may be diminished. Allow for a one-hour gap between the two
- Beta-blockers, such as propranolol, which interacts with the Forecox pill, might induce metabolic problems
- Warfarin (anticoagulants) can interact with Rifampin via enhancing clearance
- Clopidogrel is an antiplatelet medicine with Forecox tablets that can cause significant toxicity
- Calcium channel blockers, such as Diltiazem, can cause Forecox pills to have a severe inhibitory effect
- Atorvastatin, increases the metabolism of forecox tablets
Interactions with food items
- Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer, while taking Forecox tablets, since they may cause an interaction.
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Brand:FORECOX
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Fulfillment Information: Forecox Strip Of 6 Tablets 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.
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