When Should I Take Cycloserine?

When Should I Take Cycloserine?

How to use Cycloserine. Take this medication by mouth with or without food, usually twice daily (every 12 hours) or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your weight, medical condition, cycloserine blood levels, and response to treatment. Do not take more than 1000 mg per day.

What is the indication of using Cycloserine?

Indications: Cycloserine is indicated in the treatment of active pulmonary and extra-pulmonary tuberculosis (including renal disease) when the organisms are susceptible to this drug and after failure of adequate treatment with the primary medications (streptomycin, isoniazid, rifampicin and ethambutol).

What kind of antibiotic is Cycloserine?

Cycloserine, sold under the brand name Seromycin, is a GABA transaminase inhibitor and an antibiotic, used to treat tuberculosis. Specifically it is used, along with other antituberculosis medications, for active drug resistant tuberculosis. It is given by mouth.

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