Ethide Information

Ethide is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

The optimal dosage of Ethide is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Ethide have been listed ahead. These side effects of Ethide are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Ethide's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ethide related warnings talks about Ethide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Ethide is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ethide are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ethide may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Ethide, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Ethide Benefits & Uses
Ethide Dosage & How to Take
Ethide Side Effects
Ethide Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Ethide with Other Drugs
Ethide Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Ethide
Ethide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Ethide Benefits & Uses

Ethide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Ethide Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ethide Related Warnings

Is the use of Ethide safe for pregnant women?

Ethide may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Ethide again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Ethide safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Ethide may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ethide should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Ethide on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ethide on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ethide on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ethide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ethide on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ethide for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ethide with Other Drugs

Ethide should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chloroquine

Amiodarone

Cycloserine

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin

Ethide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ethide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Depression
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Ethide

Is this Ethide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ethide.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ethide as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ethide only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Ethide is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ethide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ethide

Taking Ethide with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethide

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ethide as it can have severe side effects.

Severe