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Ethionamide is an allopathic medicine Secondary and off-label uses of Ethionamide have also been mentioned below. The correct dosage of Ethionamide depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ethionamide 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ethionamide is used -
Moderate
Mild
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.
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.
What is the effect of Ethionamide on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ethionamide on kidney have been reported.
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.
What is the effect of Ethionamide on the Heart?
Using Ethionamide does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Ethionamide 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 Ethionamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ethionamide habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ethionamide.
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.
Is it safe?
Ethionamide should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ethionamide for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ethionamide
Taking Ethionamide with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethionamide
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ethionamide 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; Trecator (ethionamide tablets)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 771