Solonex Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tubercular agents primarily used to treat and prevent tuberculosis (TB). Solonex Tablet 10's is used in combination with other anti-tuberculosis agents. Tuberculosis is an infectious bacterial disease that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Solonex Tablet 10's does not work against infections caused by the virus.
Solonex Tablet 10's contains isoniazid, an antibiotic that works by preventing bacteria from producing mycolic acids, an enzyme required for cell wall formation (protective coating). As a result of the disturbance in their metabolism, bacteria that lack a cell wall die and burst. Thus, Solonex Tablet 10's inhibits the spread of infection by acting against the bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes tuberculosis.
Use Solonex Tablet 10's as prescribed. Use Solonex Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for your child based on his/her medical condition. Sometimes, Solonex Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, constipation, difficulty passing urine, numbness, or tingling in the feet or hands. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If your child is allergic to Isoniazid, please inform your doctor. It is important that you complete the entire course of Solonex Tablet 10's as prescribed by the doctor, even if your child feels better after taking a few doses, because stopping the drug abruptly may not kill bacteria and may result in a resurgence of tuberculosis.