Combutol 1000 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Combutol Information

Combutol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Combutol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Combutol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Combutol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Combutol is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Combutol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Combutol related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy must refrain from the use of Combutol since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Combutol contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Combutol with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Combutol Benefits & Uses

Combutol is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Combutol 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: 15 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy
Geriatric	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: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	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: 8 weeks Special Instructions: with concurrent isoniazid therapy

Combutol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Combutol is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
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Joint aches
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Rash

Combutol Related Warnings

Is the use of Combutol safe for pregnant women?

Combutol is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Combutol safe during breastfeeding?

Combutol is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Combutol on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Combutol. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Combutol on the Liver?

Combutol may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Combutol on the Heart?

Using Combutol does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Combutol with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Magnesium Carbonate

Colchicine

Combutol Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic Nephropathy

Frequently asked Questions about Combutol

Is this Combutol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Combutol has not been reported.

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

Combutol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Combutol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Combutol is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Combutol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Combutol

You can take Combutol with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Combutol

Taking alcohol with Combutol can be dangerous.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Myambutol (ethambutol hcl)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 769

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 535-536

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