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Trecator Uses This medication is used with other medications to treat active tuberculosis (TB) infection. Ethionamide belongs to a class of drugs known as antibiotics that are active against bacteria that cause TB.This drug may also be used with other medications to help treat a serious, spreading infection (Mycobacterium avium complex-MAC) in those with advanced HIV infection. Notes Do not share this medication with others.Keep all medical and laboratory appointments.Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., TB cultures, vision tests, liver function tests, blood cell counts, blood chemistries) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more details. Storage Store at room temperature at 68-77 degrees F (20-25 degrees C) away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medicines away from children and pets. How To Use Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. This medication is usually taken for 6-9 months for tuberculosis. To reduce the risk of side effects, your doctor may start you on a small dose and increase the dose every 1-2 days until you are taking the full dose. If severe stomach upset occurs, your doctor may divide the once-daily dose into smaller doses to be taken several times daily.Dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, and response to therapy.It is very important to continue taking this medication (and other TB medications) exactly as prescribed by your doctor.This medication works best when the amount of drug in your body is kept at a constant level. Therefore, take this drug at evenly spaced intervals. To help you remember, take it the same time(s) each day.Do not take more or less of this drug than prescribed or stop taking it (or other TB medicines) even for a short time unless directed to do so by your doctor. Skipping or changing your dose without approval from your doctor may cause the amount of TB bacteria to increase, make the infection more difficult to treat (resistant), or worsen side effects. If TB becomes resistant to this medication, it might also be resistant to other TB medications.Your doctor may also direct you to take vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) to help prevent certain side effects (nerve problems) from ethionamide.Inform your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Side Effects Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal/stomach pain, increased saliva, strange metallic taste in the mouth, loss of appetite, weight loss, or sores in the mouth may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication may develop serious side effects, but with frequent visits to your doctor, this risk can be minimized.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: drowsiness, dizziness, persistent nausea/vomiting, weakness, tiredness, yellowing eyes/skin, brown urine, painful/swollen joints, mental/mood disorders (e.g., depression, strange/quickly changing behavior, restlessness), shakiness, headache, numbness/tingling of hands/feet, enlarged male breasts, decreased sexual interest/ability, acne.Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: vision changes in one or both eyes, fever, easy bleeding/bruising, bloody/pink urine.A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Before taking ethionamide, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies.This medication should not be used if you have certain medical conditions. Before using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have: a certain eye problem (optic neuritis), severe liver problems.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: HIV infection, eye problems (e.g., cataracts, diabetic retinopathy), nerve problems in the hands/feet (peripheral neuropathy).This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Use caution while driving, using machinery, or doing any activity that requires alertness. Avoid alcoholic beverages because they may increase your risk of dizziness and drowsiness.Ethionamide may worsen liver problems you may already have. To reduce your risk of serious liver damage, avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this treatment.If you have diabetes, this product may rarely decrease your blood sugar levels. Check your blood sugar levels regularly as directed by your doctor. Tell your doctor immediately if you have symptoms of low blood sugar, such as shakiness, inability to think, sleepiness, or unusual sweating. Your anti-diabetic medication or diet may need to be adjusted.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Therefore, consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Your doctor or pharmacist may already be aware of any possible drug interactions and may be monitoring you for them. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicine before checking with your doctor or pharmacist first.Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription/herbal products you may use, especially of: isoniazid, cycloserine, alcohol.

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