ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET

ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET

Welcome to the information page for ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET, brought to you by Zydus Healthcare Limited. This product contains the active ingredient Ethambutol (600mg) and is indicated for Tuberculosis (TB). Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.

  • MRP: ₹
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  • Salt Combination: Ethambutol (600mg)
  • Brand: Zydus Healthcare Limited
  • Uses: Tuberculosis (TB)

Description

  • ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of medicines known as anti tuberculosis drugs
  • It is used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and in some cases other parts of the body
  • ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET is usually given in combination with at least one other tuberculosis medicine
  • It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor
  • This medicine may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time every day
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
  • Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis
  • This can lead to serious health complications.
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible
  • However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule
  • Do not double the dose as it may increase the side effects.
  • Some people may experience visual impairment and color blindness, as side effects of this medicine
  • Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen
  • Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood
  • If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar regularly
  • Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision, and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine.

Cautions

Liver: CAUTION: ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney: CAUTION: ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.^Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.
Driving: UNSAFE: ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you.
Breast feeding: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Pregnency: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
Drug Action: Mycobacterial cell wall inhibitors-Ethambutol
Therapeutic class: ANTI INFECTIVES
Habit Forming: No
Chemical Class: 1,2-Aminoalcohols

Uses

Uses of ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET

  • In Tuberculosis (TB) ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well
  • It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection
  • Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor
  • Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured
  • Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Missed Doses
If you miss a dose of ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

FAQs

Frequestly asked Questions

Side Effects

Common and Known Side effects of ZYTHAM 600MG TABLET
  • Visual impairment
  • Color blindness

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