Combunex 800 Tablet (Isoniazid/Ethambutol)

Combunex 800 Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. Patients with liver and kidney ailments must take this medicine with proper consultation and caution. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with the doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy. During the treatment, you must take adequate rest and eat a healthy diet for a faster recovery. While on the medication, your doctor may ask for a few laboratory and diagnostic tests to know the effects of the medicine on your body.

Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)

Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. Combunex 800 Tablet helps treat tuberculosis by stopping the growth of bacteria causing infection. Your symptoms might improve after using Combunex 800 Tablet. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Combunex 800 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Combunex 800 Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

Combunex 800 Tablet is a combination of two medicines: isoniazid and ethambutol which treat tuberculosis. Isoniazid prevents the TB bacteria from forming their own protective covering. This kills the bacteria and eradicate the infection. Ethambutol, on the other hand works by slowing the growth of these bacteria