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You do not say if this is for treatment of TB , other infection, or prophylactically. You must consult your doctor. There are a multitude of drug interactions and food restictions. Be very careful to report everything to your doctor , and follow directions, including dosage times , VERY carefully.
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∙ 9y agoYou should take the isoniazid for as long as you have been informed by your doctor. It is important to observe the prescription time and dosage for any type of medication.
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How should you take isoniazid?
Do not take antacids that contain aluminum, such as Maalox, within 1 hour of taking isoniazid, as this may keep the medicine from working.
Should you take isoniazid for a positive TB time test?
Whether or not you should take isoniazid depends a lot on your situation. If you have ever had liver issues, have diabetes, are over 30ish (i think) then isoniazid may not be appropriate for you. If you do take isoniazid, make sure to have blood work done monthly to check liver enzymes. I'm not a doctor, so perhaps discuss it with your doctor, but a doc once told me that you have to weigh the risks of either. It's up to you, possible TB or possible liver issues.
What happens if you stop taking isoniazid before the 6 months if up?
what hapen if i stop to take isoniazid 100 mg after 5 days using
Does isoniazid cure chlamydia?
Isoniazid or INH is an antitubercular medication and does not treat chlamydia.
How long should you wait to get pregnant after taking isoniazid?
You should wait at least one month before getting pregnant. The drug may effect your pregnancy. The drug needs to leave your system before you get pregnant.
What does the acronyms INH mean?
Isoniazid.
Why is B6 given with isoniazid?
I AM NOT A MEDICAL PREFFESIONAL That said, I'm currently taking both B6 and isoniazid . The nurse told me it was to help aid in the proper breakdown/absorption of the antibiotic and strengthen my liver since the isoniazid works heavily on it.
What are Ethambutol Rifampin and Isoniazid examples of?
antitubercular agent
Is Isoniazid considered narrow spectrum?
narrow or broad
What does the medical abbreviation INH mean?
INH means isoniazid.
What drugs can cause pericardial effusion?
hydralazine, isoniazid, phenytoin
A common drug for the treatment of tuberculosis is known to markedly interfere in the metabolism of?
isoniazid
