Has your doctor prescribed Cycloserine to you or someone in your family? So, I am going to talk about this medication in a little more detail. As with any medication, there are a few important things that we need to know when using this one. Because, only if a medication is used correctly can we get the most out of it.
Simply put, what is Cycloserine?
This is actually an antibiotic, that is, a type of antibiotic . It is mainly used to treat two diseases.
1. Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is a serious bacterial infection that can affect the lungs and other parts of the body. This is one of the few medications given for this disease.
2. Urinary Tract Infections (UTI): This medicine is sometimes prescribed for bacterial infections of the urinary tract.
But one thing is important to remember. This is a medicine that kills bacteria, not viruses. This means that it will not cure viral infections like the common cold or flu.
Things you need to tell your doctor before starting medication
It is very important that your doctor is fully aware of your health condition before prescribing this medicine to you. Therefore, if you have any of the following conditions, be sure to tell your doctor about them.
- If you have an alcohol addiction .
- If you have or have had mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression .
- If you have kidney disease .
- If you have a seizure disorder such as epilepsy .
- If you are allergic to Cycloserine or any other medicine, food, coloring, or preservative .
- If you are pregnant or expecting to become pregnant soon .
- If you are a breastfeeding mother .
It is very important for your own safety to tell the doctor without hiding this information.
How exactly do I use this medicine?
The method of using this medicine is also very simple.
- Swallow the pill with a glass of water.
- Take the prescribed medication as prescribed by your doctor, at the prescribed time, in the prescribed dosage .
- Very important: Even if you feel a little better, if your doctor tells you to take the full course of medication, do not stop taking it until the prescribed time is up. If you stop taking it halfway, the infection may come back. Do not stop taking the medication without your doctor's advice.
- If you are giving this medicine to children, talk to a pediatrician about it. Special care may be needed.
What to do if you take too much medicine?
If you think you have taken too much medicine, do not panic and immediately call the National Poisons Information Centre at the Colombo National Hospital, or go to the Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) of the nearest hospital.
What if I miss a dose of medicine?
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take two doses at once for any reason.
Things to be careful about when taking medicine
You need to be a little more careful about your health while taking this medicine.
- Medical Checkups: Go to your doctor at regular intervals and get checked. You may need to have regular blood tests (blood work) to check your blood levels.
- Vitamins: This medication may decrease your vitamin B6 levels. You may be asked to take additional vitamin B6 tablets. Talk to your doctor about the foods and vitamins you are taking.
- Drowsiness and dizziness: This medicine may make you feel drowsy and dizzy. Therefore, avoid driving, using machinery, or doing dangerous tasks that require alertness until you know exactly how this medicine affects you.
- Alcohol: Avoid alcohol completely while taking this medication. Alcohol can interfere with the effectiveness of the medication and increase side effects.
What side effects might I experience?
Like any medicine, Cycloserine can cause side effects in some people. Some of these are serious, some are not so serious. The table below will give you a clear idea of these.
| Possible side effects of Cycloserine | |
|---|---|
| Side effects that you should report to your doctor immediately | |
| Allergic reactions | Skin rash, itching, swelling of the lips, tongue, face |
| Mental and nervous system changes | Anxiety, nervousness, depression, memory problems, slurred speech, tremors, difficulty walking, hallucinations |
| Other serious symptoms | Difficulty breathing, dizziness, loss of balance, seizures, numbness or pain in the limbs, unusual tiredness or weakness |
| Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (but should be reported to the doctor if they persist) | |
| Headache | Some people may experience a slight headache. |
If you experience any other unusual symptoms not mentioned on this list, talk to your doctor about them as well.
Take-Home Message
- Cycloserine is a powerful antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis (TB) and some urinary tract infections.
- It is imperative that you tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions (especially mental illness, seizures, kidney disease) and allergies before taking this medication.
- Take the medicine for the full prescribed period, just as the doctor told you. Don't stop halfway.
- Avoid alcohol completely while taking the medicine.
- Avoid driving and performing tasks that require attention as drowsiness and dizziness may occur.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe side effects such as mental changes (anxiety, depression), seizures, or difficulty breathing.
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