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Mycostat is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Tuberculosis are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Mycostat depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Mycostat have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Mycostat normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Mycostat has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mycostat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mycostat is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetic Nephropathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Mycostat have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Mycostat have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mycostat, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mycostat is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Mycostat safe for pregnant women?
Mycostat is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Mycostat safe during breastfeeding?
Mycostat does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Mycostat on the Kidneys?
Mycostat 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.
What is the effect of Mycostat on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Mycostat. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Mycostat on the Heart?
Mycostat is not harmful for the heart.
Mycostat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mycostat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mycostat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mycostat is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mycostat as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Mycostat only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Mycostat is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Mycostat
You can take Mycostat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mycostat
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Mycostat as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
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