Mzide Information

Mzide is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Tuberculosis.

The correct dosage of Mzide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Mzide side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mzide 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, Mzide's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Mzide's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mzide related warnings section.

Mzide can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mzide in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mzide contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Mzide have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Mzide Benefits & Uses

Mzide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Mzide 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

Mzide Related Warnings

Is the use of Mzide safe for pregnant women?

Mzide 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 Mzide safe during breastfeeding?

Mzide has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Mzide on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Mzide on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Mzide on the Liver?

Mzide 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 Mzide on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Mzide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Methotrexate

Mild

Probenecid

Cyclosporin

Mzide Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Mzide

Is this Mzide habit forming or addictive?

Mzide does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Mzide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Mzide only as per medical advice.

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

Mzide is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Mzide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mzide

Taking Mzide with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mzide

Taking alcohol with Mzide can be dangerous.

Severe