- Common brand names: Rifinah(isoniazid with rifampicin), Rifater(isoniazid with rifampicin and pyrazinamide), Voractiv
Tingling feelings, muscle weakness
- Let your doctor know as soon as possible
Dizziness
- If affected do not drive and do not use tools or machines until you feel better
Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)
- Stick to simple meals - avoid rich or spicy food. Drink plenty of liquid to replace any lost fluids
Dry mouth
- Try chewing sugar-free gum or sucking sugar-free sweets
Tingling feelings, muscle weakness
- Let your doctor know as soon as possible
Dizziness
- If affected do not drive and do not use tools or machines until you feel better
Feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting)
- Stick to simple meals - avoid rich or spicy food. Drink plenty of liquid to replace any lost fluids
Dry mouth
- Try chewing sugar-free gum or sucking sugar-free sweets
High temperature (fever), skin rash, hearing problems, mood changes, difficulty passing urine
- If any of these become troublesome, speak with your doctor
Other things to note
- Isoniazid on rare occasions causes liver problems. The symptoms include persistent sickness, feeling very weak and yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice). If this happens to you, speak with your doctor or go to your local accident and emergency department straightaway.
- If you experience any other symptoms which you think may be due to this medicine, speak with your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Consult a medical professional for advice.
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