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Generic Name : Cycloserine
Pronunciation : sigh-kloe-SER-een
Therapeutic Classification : anti- tuberculosis
Trade Name(s):
India- MDSerine, Pamserine, Cyclorin, Novaserine, Cyclorine, Coxerin, Myser, Cyserin, Cyclokox. International- Seromycin. This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for tuberculosis (TB). It is also used to treat certain urinary tract infections. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : PO- With other drugs: Initial: 250 mg twice daily for 2 wk, increase to 0.5-1 gm/day in divided doses. Max: 1 gm/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a tablet or capsule to take by mouth, with or without food. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anxiety, kidney or liver disease, blood disorder, alcoholism, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. * Avoid alcohol consumption. * Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection. * Monitor complete blood cell counts, kidney and liver function, and cycloserine level in blood regularly while taking this medication. Side Effects : Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, anxiety, confusion, irritability, tingling, speech difficulties, fainting, drowsiness, tremor, psychosis and depression. Miscellaneous - Sensitivity to light, rash, anemia and changes in liver function tests. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. |
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