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Ethambutol

एथम्बुटोल

What it is

Ethambutol is a medicine used to treat pulmonary tuberculosis. It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Ethambutol is used to treat pulmonary tuberculosis, a serious lung infection caused by bacteria.

  • pulmonary tuberculosis

How it works

Ethambutol works by eliminating certain bacteria that cause tuberculosis. It targets the bacteria directly, preventing them from multiplying and spreading in the body.

How it is sold in India

In India Ethambutol comes as tablets and suspension.

Common side effects

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See a doctor straight away if

If you experience blurred vision, difficulty seeing red and green colors, sudden changes in vision, skin rash, itching, or any severe side effects, seek medical attention immediately. If the person has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, call emergency services right away.

Who should not take it

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Brand names

119 medicines sold in India contain Ethambutol.

Brands sold in India include ALBUTOL, Combutol, Ecox, Mycobutol, ANACOX-E, CAVIBUTOL, ISOTOL, Colubutol. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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