Prothionamide Benefits & Uses

Prothionamide is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Tuberculosis

Prothionamide 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
Geriatric	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose may increase up to 500 mg, twice daily as needed
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tuberculosis Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Prothionamide Side Effects

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

Common

Loss of appetite
Weakness
Weight Loss
Blurred vision
Vertigo
Headache
Joint pain

Unknown

Nausea or vomiting
Depression
Gastritis
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Confusion

Prothionamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Prothionamide safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Prothionamide. It is best to stop taking Prothionamide immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Prothionamide safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Prothionamide. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prothionamide on the Kidneys?

Prothionamide 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Prothionamide on the Liver?

Prothionamide 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 Prothionamide on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Prothionamide with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Chloroquine

Amiodarone

Amlodipine

Aspirin

Cycloserine

Prothionamide Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Liver Disease
Thyroid problems
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Prothionamide

Is this Prothionamide habit forming or addictive?

Prothionamide 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 Prothionamide since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Prothionamide should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Prothionamide cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Prothionamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Prothionamide

You can take Prothionamide with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Prothionamide

Taking Prothionamide with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe