Cyserin 250mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat drug-resistant tuberculosis. It is generally used in combination with other medicines. This medicine is used when the bacteria have developed resistance to other antibiotics.

Cyserin 250mg Capsule is used to treat variety of infections caused by multiple organisms which affect various parts of the body. Mainly used for skin infections

Uses of Cyserin Capsule

Tuberculosis (TB)

Benefits of Cyserin Capsule

In Tuberculosis (TB)

Cyserin 250mg Capsule is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It kills the infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

How to use Cyserin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cyserin 250mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Cyserin 250mg Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Cyserin 250mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Cyserin 250mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cyserin 250mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Cyserin 250mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cyserin 250mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cyserin 250mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cyserin 250mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Cyserin Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Cyserin 250mg Capsule, consult your doctor.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Cyserin 250mg Capsule is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of tuberculosis.
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Cyserin 250mg Capsule may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Cyserin 250mg Capsule as this may worsen the side effects.
During treatment, you will need to have regular blood tests to monitor your kidney and liver function, blood cell counts and the amount of medicine in your blood.
Stop taking Cyserin 250mg Capsule and inform your doctor if you experience skin rashes, headaches, tremor, fits, problems with speech or movement, depression, or other changes in mood, thoughts or behavior.
Do not stop taking this medicine until your doctor tells you to.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Isoxazolines derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cell wall active agent

Patient concerns

My daughter is given tb medicine even though she is not infected taking these medicine will cause tb???

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, TB medicines are given only when there is indication of tuberculosis. They are for treating tuberculosis.

Though took vaccines in childhood, the test for TB came positive. Was advised to undergo treatment.physically absolute fit and healthy, is it advisable to take treatment?

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

If sputum is positive for Tb , treatment is absolutely essential. Read more at www.arohealth.com/tuberculosis

Doctor asked me to do TB GOLD test. But there is no lab test on 1mg with so name. Finally I searched for tuberculosis test and I found two test. 1 is Mycobacterium tuberculosis and other 1 is Mycobacterium tuberculosis sputum. Kindly tell me which test is to be selected and proceeded further.

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

Please follow your doctors advise as he has clinical examination data with him. He can advise you for place where you can do TB gold

FAQs

Should Cyserin 250mg Capsule be taken with or without food?

Take Cyserin 250mg Capsule by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily (every 12 hours) for the first 2 weeks. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Always follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.

Who should not take Cyserin 250mg Capsule?

Cyserin 250mg Capsule should not be taken by people who have a history of seizures or psychiatric disorders, as it may worsen these conditions. It should also be used with caution in people with kidney or liver disease.

Is a prescription required for buying Cyserin 250mg Capsule?

Yes, Cyserin 250mg Capsule is a prescription drug and can only be obtained with a doctor's prescription.

Can Cyserin 250mg Capsule cause anemia?

Yes, Cyserin 250mg Capsule has been associated in a few instances with vitamin B and/or folic–acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, and sideroblastic anemia. If evidence of anemia develops during treatment, appropriate studies, and therapy should be instituted.

Can I take alcohol while taking Cyserin 250mg Capsule?

No, avoid alcohol while on treatment with Cyserin 250mg Capsule since it increases the risk of seizures.

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