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Pharmacology - Ethambutol
Ethambutol is a bacteriostatic agent that inhibits the growth of tuberculosis bacilli.
Action Technique
As tuberculosis bacilli divide, it prevents them from constructing their cell wall.
When taken orally, it has the potential to enter the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), undergo metabolism, and then be eliminated in your urine.
Application in Clinical Practice
Tuberculosis (when used together other medications).
Directly observed treatment (DOT) regimen for tuberculosis Drug 1: Isoniazid given for 2 months for initial treatment and 4 months for continuation
Drug 2: Rifampicin for 2 month initially and 4 months continuation therapy
Drug 3 : Pyrazole during the first two months
Drug 4 for the first two months : ethambutol
Precautions to Take
Side effects include peripheral neuritis, a rash, fever, and visual problems (such as colorblindness or decreased sharpness).
Ethambutol is a bacteriostatic agent that inhibits the growth of tuberculosis bacilli.
Action Technique
As tuberculosis bacilli divide, it prevents them from constructing their cell wall.
When taken orally, it has the potential to enter the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), undergo metabolism, and then be eliminated in your urine.
Application in Clinical Practice
Tuberculosis (when used together other medications).
Directly observed treatment (DOT) regimen for tuberculosis Drug 1: Isoniazid given for 2 months for initial treatment and 4 months for continuation
Drug 2: Rifampicin for 2 month initially and 4 months continuation therapy
Drug 3 : Pyrazole during the first two months
Drug 4 for the first two months : ethambutol
Precautions to Take
Side effects include peripheral neuritis, a rash, fever, and visual problems (such as colorblindness or decreased sharpness).
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