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About Antol 800mg Tablet

ETHAMBUTOL belongs to a class of medications known as anti-tuberculosis (antibiotics) drugs primarily used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs and can even spread to other parts of the body like the brain, and spine. ETHAMBUTOL treats only bacterial infections and does not work for viral infections (like the common cold, or flu).

ETHAMBUTOL contains 'Ethambutol' that works by destroying the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, causing lung infection known as Tuberculosis (TB).

Follow the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take this ETHAMBUTOL with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Finish the full course of treatment and do not skip any doses even if you start feeling good. Discontinuing its use on your own, can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis which can lead to serious health complications. If you miss a dose, take it at the earliest. However, do not take a double dose or overdose to fulfil missed dose as it may increase the side effects. Some people may experience changes in vision and colour blindness, as side effects of this medicine. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. It is advised to take antacids containing aluminium, at least 4 hours before or after taking ETHAMBUTOL to avoid drug interaction.

Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing conditions like diabetes as it can decrease the sugar levels in the blood. Diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar levels regularly. Proper functioning of the eyes, liver and thyroid should be closely monitored while taking treatment with ETHAMBUTOL. So, before using ETHAMBUTOL, tell your doctor if you have eye problems (like diabetic retinopathy, optic neuritis, cataracts), liver disease, or kidney disease.

Uses of Antol 800mg Tablet

Tuberculosis (TB)

Medicinal Benefits of Antol 800mg Tablet

ETHAMBUTOL is used to treat tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body like the brain, and spine. It destroys the growth of infection-causing bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis and helps in reducing the infection. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is the completion of the entire course of treatment. So not stop using it without speaking and informing your doctor, as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Adhere to your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit

Directions for Use

Oral tablet: ETHAMBUTOL is available in the form of oral tablets. ETHAMBUTOL in tablet form has to be swallowed whole with a glass full of water. It can be taken with or without food and preferably at the same time every day. Do not chew or break the tablets. It should be taken once daily. Dose adjustments are made by your doctor depending on age, weight, pre-existing health conditions, and the line of treatment.

Side Effects of Antol 800mg Tablet

Every medicine has some side effects. Some of the common side effects of ETHAMBUTOL include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headaches, dizziness, and confusion. These side effects are mild and temporary, but if these side effects persist let your doctor know about this.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

You should stop using the medicine and call your doctor immediately if you develop any vision problems like blurred vision, color blindness, or kidney problems like decreased amount of urine and swelling of your legs and feet. You may even develop nausea, vomiting, and yellowish color of skin and eyes. Notice all these symptoms carefully and consult your doctor immediately. ETHAMBUTOL can alter your blood sugar levels, so if you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision, and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medication, as it can lead to dizziness or drowsiness. Please do not stop taking ETHAMBUTOL on your own, as it can fail the treatment and your medicine will not show its proper effect.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

ETHAMBUTOL may have interacted with antacid medicine (aluminum hydroxide), anti TB drug (isoniazid).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Use with caution in patients with eye problems (cataract, diabetic retinopathy), liver problems, and gout disease (increased uric acid).

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol or not. Please consult your doctor.

PREGNANCY

Your doctor will calculate the potential risks to benefit ratio before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

ETHAMBUTOL is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that a significant amount of drug does not pass into breast milk and is therefore not harmful to the baby.

DRIVING

ETHAMBUTOL may cause side effects impairing your ability to drive. It occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in the hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive to ensure safety.

LIVER

ETHAMBUTOL is used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

KIDNEY

ETHAMBUTOL is used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor.