

PIRAZINAMID is a synthetic II row tuberculosis remedy. The mechanism of action is unknown. It has a bacteriostatic or bactericidal effect depending on its concentration and sensitivity of the microorganism. It penetrates well into the lesions of the tuberculous lesion.
Tuberculosis (as part of combination therapy).
Pyrazinamide.
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Inside adults and children - 15-25 mg / kg 1 time / day. or at 50-70 mg / kg 2-3 times a week.
Maximum doses: for adults and children, the daily dose is 2 g when taken 1 time / day., 3 g when taken 3 times a week, 4 g when taken 2 times a week.
From the digestive system: abnormal liver function, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.
Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching, arthralgia.
Other: hyperuricemia, aggravation of gout; rarely - photosensitization.
Liver dysfunction, hypersensitivity to pyrazinamide.
Pyrazinamide reduces plasma cyclosporine concentrations.
Pyrazinamide increases plasma uric acid levels and reduces the effectiveness of anti-arthritic drugs (allopurinol, sulfinpyrazon), while simultaneous use.
Adequate and strictly controlled clinical studies of the safety of the use of pyrazinamide during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding) have not been conducted. However, with the development of resistance to isoniazid, rifampicin and ethambutol, it is possible to discuss the use of pyrazinamide in pregnant women.
Pyrazinamide in small quantities excreted in breast milk.
With monotherapy to pyrazinamide, resistance of mycobacteria rapidly develops, and therefore pyrazinamide is usually used in combination with other anti-tuberculosis drugs.
Pyrazinamide is excreted by dialysis.
With prolonged use, it is advisable regularly (1 time per month) to monitor the activity of hepatic transaminases and the content of uric acid in the blood.