GENERIC NAME: CAPREOMYCIN INJECTION (KAP-ree-oh-MY-sin)
BRAND NAME(S): Capastat Sulfate
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WARNING: Use capreomycin with extreme caution in people with hearing or kidney problems. Other injectable medications used to treat tuberculosis (e.g., streptomycin) should not be used with capreomycin because they will add to the hearing and kidney problems that can occur. Use extreme caution when using other drugs that also cause hearing or kidney problems (e.g., aminoglycosides).
USES: This medication is used in combination with other drugs to treat tuberculosis infections.
HOW TO USE: This is given by injection into a muscle. It is usually given once a day for 2 to 4 months then reduced to 2 or 3 times a week depending on your condition and response. It is important to receive each dose as scheduled since antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. It may be necessary to continue therapy for tuberculosis for 1 to 2 years. Stopping therapy too soon may result in ineffective treatment.
SIDE EFFECTS: This may cause pain or irritation at the injection site. If it continues or swelling, redness or bleeding occur, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: ringing in the ears, irregular heart beat, change in urination frequency or output, increased thirst, nausea or vomiting, muscle pain, breathing trouble, drowsiness, tiredness, trouble hearing, dizziness, fever, chills, skin rash or itching. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Before using this, tell your doctor if you have: kidney disease, hearing trouble, allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is unknown if this drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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