Trecator
Generic name:ethionamide [ ETH-eye-ON-a-mide ]
Drug class:Nicotinic acid derivatives
What is Trecator?
Trecator is an antibiotic that fights bacteria.
Trecator is used to treat tuberculosis (TB). This medicine must be given in combination with other tuberculosis medications and it should not be used alone.
Trecator may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use Trecator if you have severe liver disease.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use Trecator if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
severe liver disease.
To make sure Trecator is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:
liver disease;
vision problems;
diabetes; or
a thyroid disorder.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether Trecator will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using Trecator.
It is not known whether ethionamide passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.
How should I take Trecator?
Your doctor will perform blood tests to make sure you do not have conditions that would prevent you from safely using Trecator.
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
You may take Trecator with or without food.
Trecator may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.
You may need frequent blood tests to check your liver and thyroid function. You may also need frequent vision exams.
If you have diabetes, check your blood sugar carefully while taking Trecator.
Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics. Trecator will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
