Ethionamide Benefits & Uses

Ethionamide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Ethionamide 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: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: gradually increase dose upto 1000 mg/day
2 - 12 years (Child)	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: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ethionamide Side Effects

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

Moderate

Peripheral Neuropathy
Blurred vision
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Weight Loss
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Metallic taste in mouth

Ethionamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Ethionamide safe for pregnant women?

Ethionamide can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Ethionamide right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Ethionamide safe during breastfeeding?

Ethionamide may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Ethionamide on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Ethionamide on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ethionamide on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Ethionamide on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ethionamide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Amiodarone

Cycloserine

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin

Ethionamide Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Depression
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Ethionamide

Is this Ethionamide habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ethionamide.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Ethionamide should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ethionamide for mental disorders.

No

Ethionamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ethionamide

Taking Ethionamide with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethionamide

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

Severe