In Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB) Afb 4 Kit is a combination of medicines that is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It kills as well as stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Afb 4 Kit is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Afb 4 Kit with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Afb 4 Kit may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction). | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Afb 4 Kit may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Afb 4 Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Afb 4 Kit may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Afb 4 Kit occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you. | - Kidney : CAUTION
Afb 4 Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Afb 4 Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine. | - Liver : CAUTION
Afb 4 Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Afb 4 Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.
If you miss a dose of Afb 4 Kit, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
How to take Afb 4 Kit?::: Take Afb 4 Kit on an empty stomach which means at least one hour before and two hours after a meal and with full glass of water.| Can I drink alcohol while taking Afb 4 Kit?::: No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Afb 4 Kit. Drinking alcohol will increase the risk of hepatitis caused by Afb 4 Kit because of isoniazid.| Can the use of Afb 4 Kit cause discoloration of the urine?::: Yes, Afb 4 Kit contains Rifampicin. It can cause temporary discoloration of your teeth, sweat, urine, saliva and tears (red, orange or brown color). This side effect is usually not harmful. However, discoloration of urine can be a sign of liver damage. Contact your doctor if you notice discoloration of urine accompanied with stomach pain, loss of appetite and jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).| Can Afb 4 Kit cause visual impairment?::: Afb 4 Kit contains Ethambutol which may cause visual impairment. Inform the doctor immediately if you notice any changes in your eyesight.| Can I discontinue Afb 4 Kit if I feel well?::: No, do not discontinue Afb 4 Kit. Take the proper course of a drug that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. If you stop taking Afb 4 Kit then your infection may become worse, difficult to treat and it may result in drug-resistant TB (drugs you are taking may no longer work).| Can I take oral contraceptive pills while taking Afb 4 Kit?::: No, Afb 4 Kit can make birth control pills less effective. So, ask your doctor about using a birth control method which does not affect your hormone levels (such as a condom, diaphragm, spermicide).| What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Afb 4 Kit?::: Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Afb 4 Kit is a combination of four medicines: