PROTHIONAMIDE consists of medicine called Prothionamide. Prothionamide is clinically effective in treating TB; the precise mechanisms of action remain unknown, but a cell-based activation method causes an inhibiting complex.
Follow the dose and duration as advised by your doctor, preferably at the same time every day. Finish the full course of treatment and do not skip any doses even if you start feeling good. Discontinuing its use on your own can result in treatment failure and the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis, leading to serious health complications. If you miss a dose, take it at the earliest. However, do not take double dose or overdose to fulfil missed dose as it may increase the side effects. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, increased salivation, metallic taste in your mouth, headache, dizziness, and drowsiness as side effects of this medicine. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. It is advised to take antacids containing aluminium at least 4 hours before or after taking PROTHIONAMIDE to avoid drug interaction.
If you are allergic to PROTHIONAMIDE or any other medicines. Consult your doctor before taking PROTHIONAMIDE if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking PROTHIONAMIDE as it passes into breast milk. Take PROTHIONAMIDE with caution if you have diabetes. PROTHIONAMIDE may rarely cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution if you experience these signs. Avoid consuming alcohol along with PROTHIONAMIDE as it might lead to liver problems or mental/mood changes. Do not take PROTHIONAMIDE if you have severe liver disease. Inform your doctor immediately if you experience/notice confusion, seizure, dark urine, clay-coloured stools after taking PROTHIONAMIDE.
