Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's

Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-mycobacterial drugs primarily used to treat tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculosis is an infectious respiratory disease that affects the lungs but can also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's along with other combination medicines is used to treat congenital tuberculosis (an infection occurring due to the encounter between the tuberculosis-infected mother and the child during the birth process).

Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's contains ethambutol which is an anti-tuberculosis medicine. It works by destroying the bacteria that is responsible for causing lung infection known as Tuberculosis (TB). The bacteria that causes the infection is Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's may cause certain side effects such as indigestion, headache, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your paediatrician. Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's should be given as advised by your doctor. Do not give more than the prescribed dose to the child. Generally, the dose of the medicine will be decided by your paediatrician depending upon the type and severity of the infection. Finish the full course of treatment, and do not skip any doses even if your child starts feeling good.

Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's is intended for pediatric use only. Avoid giving Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's to your child if she/he is allergic to antibiotics. Keep your doctor informed about your child’s health condition including his current medications and medical history to rule out any side effects/interactions. Proper functioning of the eyes, liver and thyroid should be closely monitored while taking treatment with Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's. So, before using Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's, inform your doctor if your child has eye problems, liver, or kidney diseases.

Combutol 1000 Tablet 10's contains ethambutol which is an anti-tuberculosis medicine. It works by destroying the bacteria that is responsible for causing lung infection known as Tuberculosis (TB). The bacteria that causes the infection is Mycobacterium tuberculosis. Do not stop giving this medicine without informing your doctor, as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Adhere to your paediatrician’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Confusion

• Undernutrition weakens the body's ability to fight tuberculosis and may also worsen the disease. Therefore, patients with tuberculosis should aim for a healthy balanced diet by consuming basic foods like cereals, millets, pulses, vegetables and fruits, milk products, meat, eggs and fish.
• Vegetables, especially green leafy vegetables and fruits are rich in antioxidants and minerals, so they should be a part of a daily diet. 
• TB is a contagious disease, so the patient should be extra careful while contacting other people during the infection.
• The Health and hygiene of children with TB should be maintained.