Ethomid 250 mg Tablet

Ethomid 250 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic drugs primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs. Ethomid 250 mg Tablet should not be used alone and must be given in combination with other tuberculosis medications. Ethomid 250 mg Tablet does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Ethomid 250 mg Tablet consists of a medicine called 'Ethionamide' that works by inhibiting bacteria's growth that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis).

The dose and duration of Ethomid 250 mg Tablet can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, increased saliva, strange metallic taste, or sores in the mouth. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not stop taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet despite symptomatic relief. Treat your condition effectually, and continue taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet for as long as it has been prescribed. Take Ethomid 250 mg Tablet with caution if you have diabetes. Consult your doctor before taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet as it passes into breast milk. Ethomid 250 mg Tablet may rarely cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution if you experience these signs. Avoid consuming alcohol with Ethomid 250 mg Tablet as it might lead to liver problems or mental/mood changes. Do not take Ethomid 250 mg Tablet if you have severe liver disease. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience/notice confusion, seizure, dark urine, or clay-coloured stools after taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet .

Ethomid 250 mg Tablet contains ‘Ethionamide’ that works by inactivating a bacterial genetic material that allows TB bacteria (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) to make a copy of its protein for further growth inside the host cell (human). Ethionamide is indicated in treating active tuberculosis in patients with Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection resistant to rifampin or isoniazid.

Before starting Ethomid 250 mg Tablet , please inform your doctor if you have a medical history, especially of: liver disease, underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), kidney disease, or eye problems (such as optic neuritis and cataracts). Take Ethomid 250 mg Tablet with caution if you have diabetes. Ethomid 250 mg Tablet may lower your blood sugar levels. Also, check your blood sugar level regularly as directed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet if you are pregnant. This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Avoid breastfeeding while taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet as it passes into breast milk. Ethomid 250 mg Tablet may cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol with Ethomid 250 mg Tablet as it might lead to liver problems or mental/mood changes.

• Your doctor may advise you to get regular liver tests while taking Ethomid 250 mg Tablet to check how your liver functions.
• You may need frequent blood tests to check your liver and thyroid function. You may also need frequent eye exams.
• If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar levels carefully while on this medication.