Pyrazinamide (By mouth)
pir-a-ZIN-a-mide
Treats tuberculosis (TB), usually in combination with other TB drugs.
Drug classes
Antitubercular (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Pyrazinamide belongs to the family of medicines called anti-infectives. It is used, along with other medicines, to treat tuberculosis (TB).
To help clear up your tuberculosis (TB) infection completely, you must keep taking this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. This is very important. It is also important that you do not miss any doses.
Pyrazinamide is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Tablet
Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often.
Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered. You must take this medicine for as long as your doctor ordered. Even if you feel better, do not stop taking this medicine.
May be taken with or without food or milk.
If a dose is missed:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
You should not use two doses at the same time.
How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:
Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
When Not To Use
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to pyrazinamide, ethionamide, isoniazid (INH) or niacin (nicotinic acid, Nicobid®).
Warnings
Check with your doctor before taking this medicine if you have diabetes, gout or liver disease.
Talk with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Skin rash, severe itching or hives
Pain or swelling in the joints
Yellowing of the skin or eyes
Fever or chills
Dark urine
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Unusual tiredness or loss of appetite
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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