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Ethambutol – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ETHAMBUTOL

Strength: 100 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 503.98

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Ethambutol

Class: | Antitubercular agent Use: | Treatment of active tuberculosis (TB) in combination with other antitubercular agents Adult dose: | 15 mg/kg once daily (maximum 1,200 mg/day) Pediatric dose: | 15 mg/kg once daily (maximum 1,200 mg/day) for children over 6 years; not recommended for children under 6 years Side effects: | Optic neuritis, peripheral neuropathy, rash, gastrointestinal disturbances, headache Contraindications: | Known hypersensitivity to ethambutol; severe optic neurit

Drug Class

Antitubercular agent

Uses & Indications

Treatment of active tuberculosis (TB) in combination with other antitubercular agents

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (20-25°C or 68-77°F); protect from moisture and light

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: VersaPharm Inc., U.S.A

Package Size

100's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 503.98

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

15 mg/kg once daily (maximum 1,200 mg/day)

Pediatric Dose

15 mg/kg once daily (maximum 1,200 mg/day) for children over 6 years; not recommended for children under 6 years

Side Effects

Optic neuritis, peripheral neuropathy, rash, gastrointestinal disturbances, headache

Contraindications & Precautions

Known hypersensitivity to ethambutol; severe optic neuritis; caution in patients with renal impairment

Important Warnings

Monitor visual acuity and color vision regularly; may cause dose-related optic neuropathy; use with caution in patients with pre-existing visual impairment or renal dysfunction

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Ethambutol available in UAE pharmacies:

COMBUTOL 400 mg Tablets EMB FATOL 1 g Concentrate For Dilution For Infusion ETHAMBUTOL 100 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL 100 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL 100 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL 400 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL 400 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 100 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 400 mg Tablets ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 400 mg Tablets

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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