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Myambutol Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Ethambutol HCl 100mg, 400mg+; tabs; +scored.
How Supplied
Tabs 100mg—100; 400mg—100, 1000
Manufacturer
Myambutol Indications
Indications
Susceptible pulmonary tuberculosis with other antituberculars.
Myambutol Dosage and Administration
Adult
Give once daily. Initially 15mg/kg per day. Retreatment: 25mg/kg per day, after 60 days decrease to 15mg/kg per day. Renal dysfunction: reduce dose.
Children
<13yrs: not recommended.
Myambutol Contraindications
Contraindications
Optic neuritis.
Myambutol Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Myambutol Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Test visual acuity before beginning therapy and periodically; monthly if dose exceeds 15mg/kg per day. Monitor blood, renal, and hepatic function in long-term use. Gout. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Myambutol Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Myambutol Interactions
Not Applicable
Myambutol Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Dermatitis, pruritus, joint pain, GI upset, fever, malaise, headache, dizziness, confusion, peripheral neuritis, gout, reduced visual acuity, optic neuritis.
Myambutol Clinical Trials
See Literature
Myambutol Note
Not Applicable
Myambutol Patient Counseling
See Literature
