Methaniazide/thioacetazone
Methaniazide/Thioacetazone
Methaniazide/Thioacetazone (pronunciation: me-tha-ni-a-zide/thi-o-a-ce-ta-zone) is a pharmaceutical drug used primarily in the treatment of tuberculosis.
Etymology
The term "Methaniazide" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which includes a methanamide group. "Thioacetazone" is similarly named for its thioacetamide group.
Usage
Methaniazide/Thioacetazone is typically used in combination with other antitubercular drugs to treat tuberculosis. It is particularly effective against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the bacterium that causes the disease.
Side Effects
Potential side effects of Methaniazide/Thioacetazone include nausea, vomiting, and skin rash. In rare cases, it can cause severe skin reactions and liver damage.
Related Terms
- Antitubercular drugs: A class of drugs used to treat tuberculosis.
- Mycobacterium tuberculosis: The bacterium that causes tuberculosis.
- Nausea: A feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.
- Vomiting: The forcible voluntary or involuntary emptying of stomach contents through the mouth.
- Skin rash: A change of the skin which affects its color, appearance, or texture.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Methaniazide/thioacetazone
- Wikipedia's article - Methaniazide/thioacetazone
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