Inh Ciba: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Use

What is INH Ciba used for?

INH Ciba is the brand name of a tablet-based oral medicine containing isoniazid as its main active ingredient. This drug belongs to the class of drugs anti-tuberculosis agents that work by killing bacteria that can cause tuberculosis.

The function of INH Ciba is to treat tuberculosis (TBC), which is a serious infection that affects the health conditions of the lungs and possibly other organs. Apart from treating tuberculosis, this drug can also be used to treat latent tuberculosis or a condition in which tuberculosis bacteria do not grow or develop in the patient's body.

Generally, people who suffer from latent TB are people who have direct contact with people with TB, people who have the HIV virus, and sufferers of pulmonary fibrosis. These drugs include prescription drugs. Therefore, if you want to buy it at a pharmacy, don't forget to include a prescription from your doctor.

How do I use the Ciba INH?

Use INH Ciba according to the procedure for use, including:

• Follow all directions given by the doctor in the prescription note. The dosage given by the doctor on the note has been adjusted to your health condition and response to the use of the drug.
• This medicine should be used one hour before meals, or two hours after eating.
• This medicine must be continued until the time determined by the doctor. The reason is, the symptoms you are experiencing may have improved or you are no longer experiencing, but your condition is still not fully recovered.
• Do not skip a dose of medication, as this can increase the risk of a more severe infection.
• This medicine should only be used to treat bacterial infections, and will not work against infections caused by viruses, such as the flu.
• Your liver condition may need to be checked regularly while you are using this medicine.
• While using this medication, your doctor may ask you to take vitamin B6. If so, use vitamin B6 according to the dosage recommended by your doctor.

How do I save the Ciba INH?

After understanding how to use it, now is the time for you to understand how to store it. The following is the procedure for storing INH Ciba:

• INH Ciba should be stored at room temperature. Do not store it in places that are too hot or too cold.
• Do not store INH Ciba in a humid place, such as the bathroom.
• Keep this medication away from exposure to sunlight or direct light because it has the potential to damage the drug.
• Keep all medicines out of reach of children and pets.
• Do not store this medication in the freezer, especially until it freezes.
• Isoniazid, the main active ingredient of INH Ciba is available in a variety of different brands. Other brands may have different retention rules.

You should discard this medicine if the medicine has gone damaged, expired, or if you no longer use this medicine. The safe way to dispose of INH Ciba is not to mix the garbage together with household waste. Then, do not throw this drug in drains such as toilets.

If you do not know how to dispose of this drug safely, ask your pharmacist or staff from your local waste disposal agency about how to properly and safely dispose of this medicine for environmental health.

Dose

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.

What is the Ciba INH dosage for adults?

Adult dose for extrapulmonary tuberculosis

• Daily dose: 5 milligrams (mg) / kilogram (kg) of body weight (BW) taken by mouth once a day.
• Maximum daily dose: 300 mg / day.
• Intermittent dose: 15 mg / kg orally two to three times a week.
• Intermittent maximum dose: 900 mg / day.
• Duration of use of the drug: 6-9 months

Adult dosage for active tuberculosis

• Initial dose: 5 mg / kg orally once a day
• Maximum dose: 300 mg per day, used together with rifampin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol.
• Duration of treatment: 8 weeks.
• Follow-up dose: 5 mg / kg orally once a day or 15 mg / kg orally 2-3 times a week.
• Duration of use: 16 weeks

Adult dosage for latent tuberculosis

• Initial dose: 5 mg / kg orally once a day
• Maximum dose: 300 mg per day, used together with rifampin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol.
• Duration of treatment: 8 weeks.
• Follow-up dose: 5 mg / kg orally once a day or 15 mg / kg orally 2-3 times a week.
• Duration of use: 16 weeks

Adult dosage for tuberculosis prophylaxis

• Adult dose weighing 30 kg: 300 mg orally once a day.
• Duration of treatment: for patients who have direct contact with TB patients, at least you have to use this drug for 12 weeks.

Adult dosage for mycobacterium kansasii

• Usual dose: 5 mg / kg taken by mouth once a day.
• Maximum dose: 300 mg / day.
• Duration of treatment: 18 months

What is the Ciba INH dosage for children?

Children's dosage for use of this drug is still unknown. If you want to give this drug to your child, consult your doctor first and make sure that the benefits of this drug outweigh the risks of using it.

In what dosage is INH Ciba available?

INH Ciba is a drug that is available in tablet dosage form. This medicinal tablet has a strength of 300 mg.

Side effects

What side effects might occur if using Ciba INH?

INH Ciba also has the potential to cause side effects to its users. The side effects that occur may be in the form of certain health conditions, both mild and serious.

Mild side effects that may occur when you use the Ciba INH are:

• Stomach feels uncomfortable
• You feel nauseous and you want to throw up

There is no need to worry because the side effects mentioned above will disappear over time. But you should tell your doctor if these side effects don't go away or they get worse.

In addition, there is a risk of more serious side effects from using INH Ciba, including:

• The eye hurts
• There has been a change in your vision
• Hands and feet numb
• Skin rash
• Fever
• Swollen glands
• My throat hurts
• There is bleeding or bruising of unknown cause
• Abdominal pain that extends to the back

If you experience serious side effects as mentioned above, seek medical care immediately.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using INH Ciba?

Here are some things you should know before using the Ciba INH, including:

• Do not use this medication if you have an allergy to INH Ciba or isoniazid.
• Also do not use this drug when you have health conditions such as liver problems, a history of hepatitis or other liver disorders caused by using the isoniazid drug, a history of isoniazid side effects such as fever, chills, swelling, and many more.
• To determine whether this drug is safe for you to use, tell your doctor if you have problems such as a history of liver problems, kidney problems, diabetes, HIV, or neurological problems such as pain,
• If you are over 35 years of age, your doctor should check the enzymes in your liver to make sure that this drug is safe to use.
• Sometimes, some patients will develop serious liver problems while using this medicine. In fact, these liver problems may appear when you stop using the drug.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding at the time of using this medicine. Make sure you know the benefits and risks of using it.

Is INH Ciba safe to use for pregnant and lactating women?

It is not yet known whether the use of INH Ciba has an effect on pregnant women and the fetus. However, this drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or the equivalent of the Food and Drug Supervisory Agency (BPOM) in Indonesia.

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

This medicine can come out of the breast milk (ASI), so a baby who is breastfeeding may accidentally drink it. Therefore, ask your doctor whether this drug is safe or not if used in breastfeeding mothers. Only use this medicine if you really need it and your doctor has authorized its use.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with INH Ciba?

There are several types of drugs that can interact with other drugs. So it is with this drug; INH Ciba is a drug that can interact with other medicines if taken at the same time. The interactions that occur may cause the way the drugs work in the body or increase the risk of side effects.

However, drug interactions may be the best treatment alternative for your condition. Therefore, tell the doctor all types of drugs that you are currently using or want to use. These drugs range from prescription, non-prescription drugs, herbal medicines, multivitamins, to dietary supplements. This will help your doctor determine the correct dosage and prevent you from unwanted drug interactions.

The following are drugs that may interact with INH Ciba, including:

• acetaminophen
• Cymbalta (duloxetine)
• Humira (adalimumab)
• Paracetamol (acetaminophen)
• rifampin
• Singulair (montelukast)
• Tylenol (acetaminophen)
• Vitamin D2
• Vitamin D3

What foods and alcohol can interact with INH Ciba?

Certain foods should not be eaten at the same time as taking drugs, because interactions may occur between food and drug use. If interactions occur, the way the drugs work may change or the risk of side effects may increase.

Therefore, try to find out and ask the doctor what foods and alcohol might interact with INH Ciba. Avoid foods that have the potential to interact with this drug.

What health conditions can interact with INH Ciba?

There are several health conditions that can interact with INH Ciba. If interactions occur, in addition to the increased risk of side effects and changes in how the drug works, your health condition may worsen.

Therefore, it is important to tell your doctor about any health conditions you have. This will help your doctor more easily determine if using this drug is safe for your condition.

Some health conditions that have the potential to interact with INH Ciba are:

• Liver relationship
• Hemodialysis or dialysis
• The kidneys don't function properly
• Hepatotoxicity, namely liver damage caused by chemicals
• Damage to the peripheral nervous system

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

Symptoms that may occur when you have an overdose as a result of using INH Ciba are:

• Gag
• Headache
• Difficulty speaking
• Blurred eyesight
• Hallucinations
• Difficulty breathing
• Often feel thirsty
• Frequent urination
• Fainting

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget to take a dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if time has indicated to take the next dose, simply skip the missed dose and take the next dose as scheduled. Do not increase the dose you are taking or do not use two doses at one time.

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