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Seromycin, |cycloserine Cycloserine

cycloserine

Generic Name: cycloserine (sye kloe SER een)
Brand Names: Seromycin

What is cycloserine?

Cycloserine is an antibiotic. It prevents tuberculous bacteria from growing in your body.

Cycloserine is used to treat tuberculosis (TB).

Cycloserine is also sometimes used to treat urinary tract and other types of infections that have not responded to other treatments.

Cycloserine may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about cycloserine?

Call your doctor immediately if you experience a skin rash, mental confusion, dizziness, headache, or tremors (shaking).

Who should not take cycloserine?

You cannot take cycloserine if you

• have epilepsy,

• suffer from depression,

• have an anxiety disorder,

• have a psychotic or psychiatric disorder,

• have kidney disease, or

• drink alcohol on a daily basis.

How should I take cycloserine?

Take cycloserine exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Cycloserine is usually taken twice a day. Follow your doctor"s instructions.

Cycloserine is usually combined with one or more other tuberculosis medicines.

Your doctor may also want you to take a supplemental vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) tablet daily during treatment to lessen side effects.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Symptoms of a cycloserine overdose include drowsiness, confusion, headache, dizziness, irritability, numbness and tingling, difficulty speaking, paralysis, abnormal behavior, seizures, and unconsciousness.

What should I avoid while taking cycloserine?

Cycloserine side effects

• an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

• seizures;

• numbness or tingling in your hands or feet;

• a skin rash;

• confusion or abnormal behavior;

• tremors (shaking);

• headache;

• drowsiness;

• dizziness;

• difficulty speaking; or

• irritability.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What other drugs will affect cycloserine?

Before taking cycloserine, tell your doctor if you are taking

• ethionamide (Trecator-SC), or

• isoniazid (Nydrazid).

You may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring if you are taking any of the medicines listed above.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with cycloserine. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

Where can I get more information?

• Your pharmacist has additional information about cycloserine written for health professionals that you may read.

What does my medication look like?

Cycloserine is available with a prescription under the brand name Seromycin. Other brand or generic formulations may also be available. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about this medication, especially if it is new to you.

• Seromycin 250 mg--red and gray capsules

• Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.
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