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Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Cycloserine
- Manufactured by : Schazoo Zaka
- Drug Strength : 250 mg
- Drug Form : Capsule
- Pack Size : 30s
- Product SKU : pg_5516_7719
Cyclosen capsule contains Cycloserine | belongs to Antimycobacterial
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How it works
Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis; this stops the growth of the bacteria and ultimately leads to their death.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s
- Anxiety
- Dizziness and Drowsiness
- Mental depression
- Nervousness
- Irritability
- Muscle tremor
- Change in mood
- Nightmares
- Headache
Uses of Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s
What is it prescribed for?
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Tuberculosis
This medicine is used to treat active pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis (including renal disease) in patients who failed to respond to primary medicines such as streptomycin, rifampin, isoniazid, and ethambutol.
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Urinary Tract Infection
This medicine is used to treat active urinary tract infection in patients who failed to respond with the conventional therapy.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 4-8 hours of administration of the dose.
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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. All 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. All 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 a known allergy to Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.
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Epilepsy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have a history of epilepsy or seizures due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Psychiatric problems
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have depression, severe anxiety, or psychosis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Renal dysfunction
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have severe renal dysfunction due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
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Alcohol abuse
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients who have severe alcoholism 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. All 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. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
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Alcohol use
Excessive concurrent use of alcohol is contraindicated while on treatment with this medicine. The risk of seizures is high in patients with the history of alcoholism.
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CNS toxicity
This medicine should be discontinued or dose should be reduced if the patient experiences any central nervous system toxicity such as convulsions, psychosis, sleepiness, depression, confusion, headache, tremor, vertigo, etc.
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Culture and sensitivity
Before initiating treatment with this medicine, cultures should be taken and the susceptibility of the organism to the medicine should be established. In tuberculous infections, sensitivity to the other anti-tuberculous agents in the regimen should also be demonstrated.
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Driving and Operating machinery
Use of this medicine may cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.
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Laboratory tests
Close monitoring of blood levels of this medicine is necessary, especially in patients with an impaired kidney function. Blood levels of greater than 30 mg/L are associated with toxicity. The dosage adjustments should be done to keep the blood levels of this medicine below 30 mg/L to avoid the undesired outcomes.
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Vitamin B12 and/or folic acid deficiency
Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s and other antituberculous drugs have been associated with vitamin B12 and/or folic acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, and sideroblastic anemia. If evidence of anemia develops during treatment, appropriate investigations and corrective treatment should be initiated.
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Kidney disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Regular monitoring of the kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Tramadol severe
- Live cholera vaccine severe
- Bupropion severe
- Fluphenazine moderate
- Sodium biphosphate moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of gastrointestinal diseases, particularly colitis, since it may worsen the patient's condition. Report any incidence of severe diarrhea, abdominal pain, blood in stools, etc. to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
General Instructions
Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Causes sleepiness
References
- practo.com - Cycloserine [Internet]. Available from: https://www.practo.com/medicine-info/cycloserine-2116-api [cited 28 september 2019]. 7 Jan 2019
what are the adverse effects of Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s?
Cardiac arrhythmias. Drowsiness, headache, dizziness, vertigo, seizures, confusion, psychosis, paresis, coma. Rash. Vitamin B12 deficiency. Folate deficiency. Liver enzymes increased. Tremor.
What happens if I miss a dose of Cyclosen capsule 250 mg 30’s?
Adults: Initially 250 mg every 12 hr for 14 days, then administer 500 mg to 1 gm/day in 2 divided doses for 18-24 mth (max daily dose 1 gm). Children: 10-20 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses up to 1000 mg/day for 18-24 mth.
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