Combutol 800 Tablet (Ethambutol 800mg)

Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s belongs to a class of medications known as anti-tuberculosis (antibiotics) drugs primarily used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs and can even spread to other parts of the body like the brain, spine. Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s treats only bacterial infections and does not work for viral infections (like the common cold, flu).

Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Ethambutol’ that works by destroying the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, causing lung infection known as Tuberculosis (TB).

Follow the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take this Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Finish the full course of treatment and do not skip any doses even if you start feeling good. Discontinuing its use on your own, can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis which can lead to serious health complications. If you miss a dose, take it at the earliest. However, do not take double dose or overdose to fulfil missed dose as it may increase the side effects. Some people may experience changes in vision and colour blindness, as side effects of this medicine. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. It is advised to take antacids containing aluminium, at least 4 hours before or after taking Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s to avoid drug interaction.

Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing conditions like diabetes as it can decrease the sugar levels in the blood. Diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar levels regularly. Proper functioning of eyes, liver and thyroid should be closely monitored while taking treatment with Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s. So, before using Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s, tell your doctor if you have eye problems (like diabetic retinopathy, optic neuritis, cataracts), liver disease, or kidney disease.

Tuberculosis (TB)

Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s is used to treat tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body like the brain, spine. It destroys the growth of infection-causing bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis and helps in reducing the infection. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is the completion of the entire course of treatment. So not stop using it without speaking and informing your doctor, as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Adhere to your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Oral tablet: Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s is available in the form of oral tablets. Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s in tablet form has to be swallowed whole with a glass full of water. It can be taken with or without food and preferably at the same time every day. Do not chew or break the tablets. It should be taken once daily. Dose adjustments are made by your doctor depending on age, weight, pre-existing health conditions and the line of treatment.

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Every medicine has some side effects. Some of the common side effects of Combutol 800 Tablet 10’s include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headaches, dizziness and confusion. These side effects are mild and temporary, but if these side effects persist let your doctor know about this.