Isoniazid + Sodium aminosalicylate
Uses
Sodium aminosalicylate and isoniazid are used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
How it Works
How Sodium aminosalicylate and Isoniazid work Sodium aminosalicylate and Isoniazid is a combination of two medications:
Side Effects
Common side effects of sodium aminosalicylate and isoniazid include rash, fever, peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness in the feet and hands), increased liver enzymes, and jaundice.
Expert Advice
- Sodium aminosalicylate + Isoniazid must be taken on an empty stomach at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and complete the full course of treatment, even if you feel better.
- Stopping treatment early may cause the infection to return and become harder to treat.
- Discontinue Sodium aminosalicylate + Isoniazid and inform your doctor immediately if you experience:
- Rash
- Itchy skin
- Swelling of the face and mouth
- Difficulty breathing
- It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and maintain a healthy diet while taking the medication.
- The medication may cause dizziness; therefore, do not drive or engage in activities that require mental focus until you know how it affects you.
