Leaflet PROMID 250mg sugar-coated tablets
Indicated for: tuberculosis
Route of administration: oral
Substance: protionamide (anti-tuberculosis agent)
ATC: J04AD01 (Antiinfectives for systemic use | Drugs for treatment of tuberculosis | Thiocarbamide derivatives)
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Prothionamide is a medication used in the treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis and other infections caused by mycobacteria. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of mycolic acids, which are essential for the bacterial cell wall.
The medication is taken orally, usually in tablet form, and should be used as directed by your doctor. It is important to adhere to the treatment regimen to prevent the development of bacterial resistance.
Side effects may include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or liver disturbances. In rare cases, severe allergic reactions or psychiatric disorders may occur, requiring immediate medical attention.
Patients should inform their doctor about any other medications being used or pre-existing conditions, such as liver diseases, to ensure the safe use of prothionamide.
General data about PROMID 250mg
- Substance: protionamide
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2013
- Product code: W08265001
- Concentration: 250mg
- Pharmaceutical form: sugar-coated tablets
- Quantity: 40
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.