₨ 235.00
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ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Pyrazinamide:500mg
- Manufactured by : Askari Pharmaceuticals
- Drug Strength : 500mg
- Drug Form : Tablet
- Pack Size : 10x10s
- Product SKU : dis_17622
Pyrazinamide:500mg | Anti-tuberculosis drugs
Alternate brands of ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s
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ZINAMID 500mg Tablet 10x10s | ₨ 180.00 | You can save 55 |
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Manufactured / Marketed By : Askari Product Form : TabletPack Size : 10x10s Ingredients : Pyrazinamide:500mgGeneric Category : Anti-tuberculosis drugs
How it works
ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s works by altering the pH in the cell and stops its growth.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s
- Joint pain severe
- Loss of appetite severe
- Unusual tiredness and weakness severe
- Yellow colored eyes or skin severe
- Itching rare
- Skin rash rare
- Photosensitivity rare
- Nausea and Vomiting rare
Uses of ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s
What is it prescribed for?
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Tuberculosis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tuberculosis which is a lung disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with known allergy to ASKAMIDE 500mg Tablet 10x10s or any other inactive ingredient present in the formulation.
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Severe liver impairment
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients suffering from a severe liver impairment or an acute liver disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Acute Gout
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with increased uric acid levels or acute gout due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Impaired liver function
This medicine may cause liver injury. The baseline of liver function tests should be obtained before initiating the treatment. Any signs of elevated liver enzymes should be reported to the doctor.
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Diabetes
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels is necessary. Any signs of altered glucose levels should be reported to the doctor.
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Drug-resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that is drug resistant.
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Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Methotrexate moderate
- Cholera Vaccine severe
- Lomitapide severe
- Efavirenz moderate
- Cyclosporine moderate
- Mipomersen severe
- cannabidiol moderate
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severe
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with acute gout conditions serum uric acid should be frequently monitored. An alternative treatment option should be considered based on clinical conditions.
General Instructions
Take this medicine as advised by the doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than advised. It is advised to take this medicine at the same time every day. Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed to prevent the spread of infection. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- May cause sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Pyrazinamide [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/pyrazinamide-236-api [cited 14/7/2020]. 2017
- dailymed.nlm.nih.gov - Pyrazinamide [Internet]. Available from: https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=257bd8cf-74d7-45db-bf25-354a8d26634e [cited 14/7/2020]. 2019
- medlineplus.gov - Pyrazinamide [Internet]. Available from: https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a682402.html [cited 14/7/2020]. 2019
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