Prothionamide Benefits & Uses

Prothionamide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Prothionamide 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prothionamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Prothionamide safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Prothionamide safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Prothionamide. Immediately discontinue Prothionamide if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prothionamide on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Prothionamide on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Prothionamide. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Prothionamide only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prothionamide on the Heart?

Prothionamide is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Prothionamide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Amiodarone

Amlodipine

Aspirin

Cycloserine

Prothionamide Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Thyroid problems
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Prothionamide

Is this Prothionamide habit forming or addictive?

Prothionamide is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Prothionamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prothionamide

Taking Prothionamide with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Prothionamide

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

Severe