Cycloserine Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Cycloserine-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Cycloserine brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Cycloserine Pronunciation : sigh-kloe-SER-een ICD Code : Y41.1 Therapeutic Classification : Anti- TuberculosisBrand Names or Trade Names of Cycloserine
India :
MDSerine |
Cyclokox |
Coxerin |
Cyclokox (250mg) |
Cyserin (250 mg) |
Cyclorine |
Coxerin (250mg) |
Cyclotec (250mg) |
Pamserine |
Cyserine
International :
Seromycin
Why is Cycloserine Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antibiotic, prescribed for tuberculosis (TB). It is also used to treat certain urinary tract infections. It stops or slows the growth of bacterial cells.When should Cycloserine not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with severe kidney impairment, porphyria, depression, epilepsy, severe anxiety, psychosis, chronic alcoholism, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Cycloserine?
PO- With other drugs: Initial: 250 mg twice daily for 2 wk, increase to 0.5-1 gm/day in divided doses. Max: 1 gm/day.How should Cycloserine be taken?
It comes as a tablet or capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.What are the warnings and precautions for Cycloserine?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of anxiety, kidney or liver disease, blood disorder, alcoholism, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
• Avoid alcohol consumption.
• Avoid long-term use of this medication; otherwise it may cause secondary infection.
• Monitor complete blood cell counts, kidney and liver function, and cycloserine level in blood regularly while taking this medication.
What are the side effects of Cycloserine?
Central Nervous System - Headache, dizziness, anxiety, confusion, irritability, tingling, speech difficulties, fainting, drowsiness, tremor, psychosis and depression.Miscellaneous - Sensitivity to light, rash, anemia and changes in liver function tests.
