Pyralin Information

Pyralin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Tuberculosis are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The correct dosage of Pyralin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Pyralin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Pyralin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Pyralin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Pyralin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Pyralin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pyralin contraindications section.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Pyralin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Pyralin Benefits & Uses

Pyralin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pyralin 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: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 months Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Pyralin Related Warnings

Is the use of Pyralin safe for pregnant women?

Pyralin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pyralin safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Pyralin on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Pyralin on the Kidneys?

Pyralin is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Pyralin on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Pyralin. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pyralin on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Pyralin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Methotrexate

Mild

Probenecid

Cyclosporin

Pyralin Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Pyralin

Is this Pyralin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Pyralin.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Pyralin since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pyralin only as per medical advice.

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

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

No

Pyralin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pyralin

Taking Pyralin with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Pyralin

Consumption of alcohol and Pyralin together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe