Themibutol 1000mg Tablet is used to treat and prevent tuberculosis (TB). Tuberculosis is a bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs and can even spread to other body parts like the brain, and spine. Themibutol 1000mg Tablet treats only bacterial infections and does not work for viral infections (like common cold or flu).

Themibutol 1000mg Tablet contains 'Ethambutol' that destroys the Mycobacterium tuberculosis bacteria, causing lung infection known as Tuberculosis (TB).

Follow the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take this Themibutol 1000mg Tablet with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Finish the full course of treatment, and do not skip any doses even if you start feeling good. Discontinuing its use on your own can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis, which can lead to serious health complications. If you miss a dose, take it at the earliest. However, do not take double doses or overdose to fulfil missed doses as it may increase the side effects. Some people may experience changes in vision and colour blindness as side effects of this medicine. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. It is advised to take antacids containing aluminium at least 4 hours before or after taking Themibutol 1000mg Tablet to avoid drug interaction.

Inform your doctor if you have pre-existing conditions like diabetes, as it can decrease the sugar levels in the blood. Diabetic patients should monitor blood sugar levels regularly. Proper functioning of the eyes, liver and thyroid should be closely monitored while taking treatment with Themibutol 1000mg Tablet . So, before using Themibutol 1000mg Tablet , tell your doctor if you have eye problems (like diabetic retinopathy, optic neuritis, cataracts), liver disease, or kidney disease.

Themibutol 1000mg Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can spread to other parts of the body like the brain and spine. It destroys the growth of infection-causing bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis and helps in reducing the infection. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is the completion of the entire course of treatment. So not stop using it without speaking and informing your doctor, as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Adhere to your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

You should stop using the medicine and call your doctor immediately if you develop any vision problems like blurred vision, colour blindness or any kidney problems like decreased amount of urine and swelling of your legs and feet. You may even develop nausea, vomiting and yellowish colour of skin and eyes. Notice all these symptoms carefully and consult your doctor immediately. Themibutol 1000mg Tablet can alter your blood sugar levels, so if you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medication, as it can lead to dizziness or drowsiness. Please do not stop taking Themibutol 1000mg Tablet on your own, as it can fail the treatment and your medicine will not show its proper effect.