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Ethambutol | Anti-tuberculosis medication |
Isoniazid | Anti-tuberculosis medication |
Pyrazinamide | Anti-tuberculosis medication |
Rifampicin | Anti-tuberculosis medication |
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Trade names | Voractiv, Rimstar, others |
Routes of administration | By mouth |
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Ethambutol/isoniazid/pyrazinamide/rifampicin, also known as ethambutol/isoniazid/pyrazinamide/rifampin, is a medication used for tuberculosis. [1] It is a fixed dose combination of ethambutol, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and rifampicin. [1] It is used either alone or with other antituberculosis medication. [1] It is taken by mouth. [1]
Side effects are those of the underlying medications. [1] Pyridoxine may be used to decrease the risk of numbness. [2] It is not recommended in people with liver problems or severe kidney problems. [3] Use may not be suitable in children. [1] It is unclear if use during pregnancy is safe. [3]
It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. [4] It is sold under the brand names Voractiv and Rimstar in the UK. [3]