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Ethionamide

Ethionamide is an antibiotic used in specialist multidrug tuberculosis regimens.

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Tuberculosis

250mg

Ethionamide 250mg film-coated tablets, used in the management of tuberculosis. A thioamide that blocks peptide synthesis in mycobacteria.

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Key points

  • It must not be used alone for active tuberculosis.
  • Liver, thyroid, neurological and glucose effects require monitoring.
  • Jaundice, severe confusion or vision change needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Resistance results, liver, thyroid and glucose status and the complete regimen require specialist review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for jaundice, severe vomiting, confusion, seizures, vision change or breathing difficulty.

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