A colourless crystalline compound that is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
Drug used to treat tuberculosis. Adverse effects include disturbances of peripheral nerve fiinction, liver toxicity, rashes, and fever.
An antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis (TB). Isoniazid (Laniazid, Nydrazid) is used to prevent TB in people who have been exposed to it but have no symptoms and in combination with other drugs to treat active disease. It is an antibiotic that works by interfering in the metabolism of the microorganism that causes TB.
A drug used in the treatment of tuberculosis, usually taken by mouth. Because tuberculosis bacteria soon become resistant to isoniazid, it is usually given in conjunction with streptomycin or PAS. Occasional side-effects include digestive disturbances and dry mouth; high doses or prolonged treatment may cause inflammation of the nerves, which can be countered by including pyridoxine (vitamin B6) in the preparation.
One of the anti-tuberculous drugs. It has the advantages of being relatively non-toxic and of being active when taken by mouth. Unfortunately, like streptomycin, it may render the Mycobacterium tuberculosis resistant to its action. This tendency to produce resistance is considerably reduced if it is given in conjunction with rifampicin and pyrazinamide.
An odorless compound occurring as colorless or white crystals or as a white crystalline powder. It is an antibacterial, used principally in treating tuberculosis. Side effects of its use include hepatitis and peripheral neuropathy. The antidote for isoniazid overdose is pyridoxine.