Antibiotics

Ethionamide

Ethionamide is used for treating tuberculosis (TB) infections in combination with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Use Ethionamide as directed by your doctor.

• Ethionamide may be taken with or without food. If stomach upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
• Ethionamide should be taken in combination with other medicines.

Ethionamide is an antibacterial agent. It works by inhibiting or stopping the growth of TB cells, which results in cell death.

If you miss a dose of Ethionamide, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Store Ethionamide at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Ethionamide out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Do not use Ethionamide if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Ethionamide;
• you have severe liver disease.

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have diabetes, liver problems, or vision problems