TERIZIDONE belongs to the group of 'anti-tuberculosis drugs' primarily used to treat pulmonary (infection in the lungs) and extrapulmonary (infection at other sites of the body) tuberculosis. TERIZIDONE is a second-line drug and is used only when first-line drugs cannot be used. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts, such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow.
TERIZIDONE contains 'Terizidone' that belongs to the class of 'antimycobacterial.' It is bacteriostatic (stops bacterial growth) and works by preventing the cell wall synthesis in bacteria that cause tuberculosis.
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of TERIZIDONE based on the severity of your disease. Common side effects of TERIZIDONE include confusion, difficulty in sleeping, headache, dizziness, slurred speech, depression, convulsions (fits), and tremor (shakiness). These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to TERIZIDONE or its inactive components, please inform your doctor. Your doctor may suggest vitamin B6 and folic acid supplements while using TERIZIDONE. Inform your doctor beforehand if you have a history of liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, anxiety, depression, and fits. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Do not consume alcohol while using TERIZIDONE.
Tuberculosis (TB).
TERIZIDONE contains 'Terizidone', which is used to treat multidrug-resistant and extensively-drug resistant tuberculosis. It is an antimycobacterial drug and has bacteriostatic action. It prevents the synthesis of the cell wall and interferes with the growth of bacteria that cause tuberculosis. TERIZIDONE is usually considered as a second-line drug and is used when the first-line drugs that treat tuberculosis are ineffective.
Let your doctor know if you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications, including other vitamins, before starting TERIZIDONE. Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to TERIZIDONE or its components. Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, anxiety, severe depression, frequent seizure (fits) episodes and alcohol use before starting TERIZIDONE. TERIZIDONE may lower vitamin B6 and folic acid levels; hence your doctor may advise supplements. Please let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother. Avoid alcohol intake while being treated with TERIZIDONE. Store TERIZIDONE below 25°C away from direct sunlight.
Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor if you take any depression medicines.
Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid alcohol and limit the use of cheese and fish while using TERIZIDONE.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before using TERIZIDONE, let your doctor know if you have any liver or kidney diseases, heart problems, anxiety, severe depression, frequent seizure (fits) episodes, and alcohol use.
You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while taking TERIZIDONE. Please consult your doctor for more information.
There is limited data on how TERIZIDONE affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking TERIZIDONE if you are pregnant or planning to conceive.
It is not known if TERIZIDONE is excreted into breast milk or not. Please consult your doctor before taking TERIZIDONE if you are a breastfeeding mother.
TERIZIDONE may cause shakiness. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Please consult your doctor since TERIZIDONE should be used with caution in patients with liver impairment/liver disease.
Please consult your doctor since TERIZIDONE should be used with caution in patients with kidney impairment/kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dosage in case of renal dysfunction.
TERIZIDONE is recommended in children below 12 years of age only with a doctor's advice. The doctor will decide the dosage and duration based on the child's age and weight.
Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that primarily affects the lungs, but it could also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a contagious disease that can easily spread to others through small droplets released into the air by a person suffering from tuberculosis. Symptoms include a cough that lasts for a few weeks, pain while coughing or normal breathing, unexplained fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite and weight. People who smoke or consume alcohol, people diagnosed with HIV, and immune system problems are more likely at risk of developing active TB.