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Generic: ethionamide View All Brands Trecator-SC, Trecator A nicotinic acid derivative - It is used to treat tuberculosis (TB)				To get info about second drug, type a name above.
What may interact with this medicine? alcohol cycloserine isoniazid This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non- prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine. What should I watch for while using this medicine? Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular check ups. You will need blood work done regularly. Have your eyes examined as directed by your doctor. If you have stomach upset, talk with your doctor. Do not stop taking this medicine. The side effects may get better with time. You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Alcohol may interfere with the effect of this medicine. Avoid alcoholic drinks. If you are diabetic check your blood sugar as directed. This medicine may lower you blood sugar levels. Talk to your doctor about what your blood sugar should be and when to contact them. What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine? Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible: allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue bruising or pinpoint red spots on the skin changes in vision, with or without eye pain confused, depressed, forgetful, restless low blood sugar tingling, pain, or numbness in the hands or feet trouble sleeping unusually sensitive to the sun unusually weak ot tired yellowing of the eyes or skin Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome): change in sex drive or performance diarrhea drooling headache loss of appetite metallic taste mouth sores stomach upset, nausea, vomiting swollen or tender breasts This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.
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