Isokin Benefits & Uses

Isokin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Isokin 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: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: or given 900 mg,once, twice, or 3 times per week
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: or given 900 mg, once, twice, or 3 times per week
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: or given 900 mg, once, twice, or 3 times per week
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: dose should not exceed 300 mg/day, or given 900 mg, once, twice, or 3 times per week

Isokin Related Warnings

Is the use of Isokin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Isokin safely.

Moderate
Is the use of Isokin safe during breastfeeding?

Isokin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Isokin on the Kidneys?

Isokin rarely affects the kidneys.

Moderate
What is the effect of Isokin on the Liver?

Isokin can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Isokin on the Heart?

Information about safety of Isokin for heart is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Isokin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Paracetamol,Codeine

Levodopa

Carbidopa

Chloramphenicol

Moderate

Paracetamol

Codeine

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Caffeine

Hydralazine

Mild

Conjugated Estrogens

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Isokin Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Peripheral Neuropathy
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Kidney Disease
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy
Seizures

Frequently asked Questions about Isokin

Is this Isokin habit forming or addictive?

Isokin is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

No, the use of Isokin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Isokin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Isokin

Taking Isokin with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Isokin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Isokin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Severe