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Mecoy 750mg Tablet

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Mecoy 750mg Tablet

Mecoy 750mg Tablet is prescribed alongside other tuberculosis medications Its primary function is to eliminate the bacteria responsible for the infection It is crucial to follow your doctors instructions regarding dosage and duration of treatment The tablet can be taken with or without food but it is advisable to take it at the same time each day to prevent missing a dose It is important not to skip any doses and complete the entire course of treatment even if you start feeling better Ending the treatment prematurely can lead to treatment failure and possibly worsen side effects Notify your doctor if there are any changes in your weight as the dosage of this medicine is dependent on body weight Any alterations in weight may require adjustments to the dosage If you miss a dose take it as soon as possible However if it is close to the time for your next dose skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule Do not double the dose as this can increase the likelihood of experiencing side effects If you experience symptoms of jaundice such as yellowing of the eyes or skin dark urine stomach pain or joint pain inform your doctor immediately Other potential side effects of this medicine include hepatitis a viral infection of the liver elevated liver enzymes and joint pain It is important to consult your doctor if any of these side effects occur as they may require medical attention and potential dosage adjustment During treatment your doctor may monitor your liver function It is advised to avoid consuming alcohol as it can have additional harmful effects on the liver Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine

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Does pyrazinamide cause hepatitis?

Many cases of pyrazinamide hepatotoxicity are severe and prolonged, and fatal instances have occurred. Pyrazinamide has not been linked to chronic hepatitis or vanishing bile duct syndrome. There is no cross reactivity of the hepatic injury with other currently available antituberculosis agents.

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Is Pyrazide bactericidal?

Pyrazide is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic) in certain cases and kills (bactericidal) the tuberculosis causing bacteria in other cases

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How does Zypra cause hyperuricemia and gout?

Following oral intake of Zypra, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of Zypra). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).

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How does Ultimide cause hyperuricemia and gout?

Following oral intake of Ultimide, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of Ultimide). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).

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