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MYSER 250MG CAPSULE, Pack of 10 CAPSULES
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Written By Lakshmithulasi Yarragunta ,
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
MYSER 250MG CAPSULE is used to treat tuberculosis. It contains Cycloserine which works by inhibiting the growth of tuberculosis-causing bacteria. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, mood changes, headache, numbness, and tingling. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

CYCLOSERINE-250MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Panacea Biotec Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About MYSER 250MG CAPSULE

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic drugs primarily used to treat tuberculosis. It is also used to treat kidney infections. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs. MYSER 250MG CAPSULE should not be used alone and must be given in combination with other tuberculosis medications. MYSER 250MG CAPSULE does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE consists of a medicine called 'Cycloserine' that works by inhibiting bacteria's cell-wall biosynthesis in susceptible strains of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis).

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE should be taken as prescribed by the doctor. The dose and duration of MYSER 250MG CAPSULE can vary depending on your condition and the severity of the infection. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, mood changes, headache, numbness, and tingling. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not stop taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE despite symptomatic relief. Treat your condition effectually, and continue taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE for as long as it has been prescribed. Do not take MYSER 250MG CAPSULE if you have a seizure disorder, severe kidney disease, depression, anxiety or mental illness. Also, do not take MYSER 250MG CAPSULE if you are an alcoholic. Consult your doctor before taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as it passes into breast milk. MYSER 250MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness and mood changes, so drive with caution if you experience these signs. Avoid consuming alcohol with MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as it might increase your risk of seizures. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience/notice confusion, seizure, or trouble speaking after taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE.

Uses of MYSER 250MG CAPSULE

Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)

Directions for Use

• It is advised to take MYSER 250MG CAPSULE with food to avoid any stomach upset or as advised by a doctor.• Generally, MYSER 250MG CAPSULE is taken twice every day for the best results or as advised by a doctor.• Swallow MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as a whole with a glass of water.• Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE contains 'Cycloserine' that works by inhibiting bacteria's cell-wall biosynthesis in susceptible strains of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis).

How MYSER 250MG CAPSULE Works

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE consists of a medicine called Cycloserine that works by inhibiting bacteria's cell-wall biosynthesis in susceptible strains of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Myser 250mg Capsule
  • Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly.
  • Manage stress with yoga or meditation.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered tremors or involuntary shaking:
  • Notify your doctor immediately if you experience tremors or involuntary shaking after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, meditation, or journaling to alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may direct you to practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling.
  • Regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, can help reduce anxiety and alleviate tremor symptoms.
  • Your doctor may recommend lifestyle changes, such as avoiding caffeine, getting enough sleep, and staying hydrated, to help manage tremors.
  • Maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor tremor symptoms and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
  • Confusion is a major psychotic disorder that needs immediate medical attention.
  • Acknowledge your experience and put effort to control confusion.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol intake as it can worsen the condition and increase your confusion.
  • Practice meditation and yoga to avoid anxiety, which can be one of the leading causes.
  • Talk to your dietician and consume food that can improve your mental health.

What if I have taken an overdose of MYSER 250MG CAPSULE

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it could lead to an overdose. Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness, problems with muscle movement, confusion, tingly feeling, seizures, slurred speech, and loss of consciousness. If you experience these symptoms or suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Before starting MYSER 250MG CAPSULE, please inform your doctor if you have a history of seizure disorder and kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as it passes into breast milk. MYSER 250MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness, drowsiness or mood changes, so drive cautiously. Avoid consuming alcohol with MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as it might increase the risk of seizures. Before taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE, inform your doctor if you are already taking medicines like ethionamide or isoniazid. Seek medical help immediately if you notice overactive reflexes, tremors or shaking, rapid weight gain, severe drowsiness, dizziness or spinning sensation while on this medication.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CycloserineBupropion
Severe
CycloserineCholera, live attenuated
Severe

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CycloserineBupropion
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Bupropion can cause seizures (fits) in rare cases but combining Bupropion with Myser 250mg Capsule may enhance that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of bupropion along with Myser 250mg Capsule can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience Memory loss, Confusion, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Retching, Difficulty, speaking, Dizziness, Headache, or Convulsion consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
CycloserineCholera, live attenuated
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
The effects of Cholera, live attenuated can be decreased when used in combination with Myser 250mg Capsule.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Cholera, live attenuated along with Myser 250mg Capsule can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if recommended by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual side effects, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CycloserineIohexol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Combining Myser 250mg Capsule with Iohexol can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Iohexol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience symptoms like confusion, a gazing spell, or Uncontrollable twitching movements of the arms and legs, loss of awareness or consciousness, alterations in emotions, consult a doctor. They will be able to help you and provide the necessary care. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CycloserineTramadol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Combining Myser 250mg Capsule with Tramadol can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Tramadol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are elderly, going through alcohol or drug withdrawal, have a history of seizures (fits), or have a brain related condition, you may be more vulnerable. If you experience symptoms like confusion, a gazing spell, or Uncontrollable twitching movements of the arms and legs, loss of awareness or consciousness, alterations in emotions, consult a doctor. They will be able to help you and provide the necessary care. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CycloserineEthanol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Using Myser 250mg Capsule together with alcohol may increase the risk or severity of central nervous system side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Ethanol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience feeling dizzy or sleepy, depressed, having trouble remembering things, feeling confused, or having convulsions, contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
CycloserineIomeprol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Combining Myser 250mg Capsule with Iomeprol can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Iomeprol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are elderly, going through alcohol or drug withdrawal, have a history of seizures (fits), or have a brain related condition, you may be more vulnerable. If you experience symptoms like confusion, a gazing spell, or Uncontrollable twitching movements of the arms and legs, loss of awareness or consciousness, alterations in emotions, consult a doctor. They will be able to help you and provide the necessary care. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CycloserineIopamidol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Combining Myser 250mg Capsule with Iopamidol can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Iopamidol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are elderly, going through alcohol or drug withdrawal, have a history of seizures (fits), or have a brain related condition, you may be more vulnerable. If you experience symptoms like confusion, a gazing spell, or Uncontrollable twitching movements of the arms and legs, loss of awareness or consciousness, alterations in emotions, consult a doctor. They will be able to help you and provide the necessary care. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
CycloserineMetrizamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Myser 250mg Capsule:
Combining Myser 250mg Capsule with Metrizamide can increase the risk of seizures (fits).

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Myser 250mg Capsule and Metrizamide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you are elderly, going through alcohol or drug withdrawal, have a history of seizures (fits), or have a brain related condition, you may be more vulnerable. If you experience symptoms like confusion, a gazing spell, or Uncontrollable twitching movements of the arms and legs, loss of awareness or consciousness, alterations in emotions, consult a doctor. They will be able to help you and provide the necessary care. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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CYCLOSERINE-250MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Severe

Drug-Food Interactions

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CYCLOSERINE-250MGCaffeine containing foods/drinks
Severe
Common Foods to Avoid:
Cocoa, Coffee, Dark Chocolate, Energy Drinks With Caffeine, Green Tea, Kola Nut, Tea, Tiramisu

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Cyclosporine and caffeine-containing products can lead to increased risk of side effects. Avoid consumption of caffeine-containing products while on Cyclosporine therapy. If you experience symptoms like sleeplessness, irritability, or palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not stop taking the medication without consulting a doctor.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of cough and cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.
  • Foods rich in vitamin C, such as kiwi, broccoli and bell pepper, help improve the immune system.
  • Avoid processed and fried foods.
  • Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help relieve a cough.
  • Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine and beer.
  • To help prevent certain side effects (such as nerve problems) from this medication, your doctor may advise you to take vitamin B6 (pyridoxine).
  • Quit smoking and avoid alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- TUBERCULOSIS

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE Substitute

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid alcohol consumption while taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE as it could lead to increased dizziness or increase the risk of seizures.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Pregnancy Category C: There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. It is unknown whether MYSER 250MG CAPSULE can cause fetal harm when administered to a pregnant woman. MYSER 250MG CAPSULE should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE may pass into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE may cause dizziness, mood changes, numbness and tingling sensation in hands and feet. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Unsafe

Do not use the MYSER 250MG CAPSULE if you have severe kidney disease. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Do not use MYSER 250MG CAPSULE in children younger than 18 years old.

Have a query?

FAQs

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE is used to treat tuberculosis. It is also used to treat kidney infections.

Cycloserine is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, which may be bacteriostatic or bactericidal. It works by blocking peptidoglycan's formation (a substance important for forming the cell walls of bacteria). Eventually, the walls of the bacteria become weak and lead to the death of the bacteria.

Do not stop taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE despite symptomatic relief. Treat your condition effectually, continue taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE for as long as it has been prescribed for you.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE might decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). This could lead to an unplanned pregnancy. Instead, use a reliable barrier method of contraception such as condoms or the coil while taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor may suggest an alternate contraception method.

After taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE, one may rarely experience mood changes like confusion, depressed mood, unusual thoughts or behaviour. Inform your doctor right away if you notice/experience any of these symptoms.

Cycloserine might interfere with live bacterial vaccines and cause them not to work as well. Do not have any immunizations /vaccinations while on this medication unless you say to.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE has been associated in a few instances with vitamin B12 and/or folic acid deficiency, megaloblastic anaemia and sideroblastic anaemia. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Do not use MYSER 250MG CAPSULE in patients with kidney diseases without consulting your doctor as MYSER 250MG CAPSULE contains cycloserine, which can affect kidney function. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE. Your doctor may need to adjust your dose.

No, MYSER 250MG CAPSULE is not habit-forming. However, it’s important to follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and frequency. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver disease if prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will need to monitor your condition closely and may adjust the dosage based on your liver function and overall health.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE may be taken with or without food as prescribed by your doctor. However, it's important to take it at the same time each day, as directed by your doctor, to maintain consistent levels of MYSER 250MG CAPSULE in the body.

MYSER 250MG CAPSULE should not be taken if you are allergic to MYSER 250MG CAPSULE, if you have a history of seizure disorder and kidney problems. If you have a psychiatric disorder (e.g. depression or anxiety disorder). Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

Yes, MYSER 250MG CAPSULE is a prescription drug. You need a doctor's prescription to buy it.

No, you should avoid alcohol while taking MYSER 250MG CAPSULE. Consuming alcohol can increase the risk of seizures and may cause adverse reactions such as nausea, dizziness, and fatigue.

The common side effects of MYSER 250MG CAPSULE are dizziness, drowsiness, mood changes, headache, numbness, and tingling. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ambala- Chandigarh Highway, Lalru – 140501, Punjab
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M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jul 18, 2025 | 6:46 AM IST

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