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Southwest Virginia MS Support Group
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Laniazid - Nydrazid (isoniazid)
Description
Isoniazid is used to prevent or treat tuberculosis. It may
also be used for other problems as determined by your
physician. In MS, it is used for certain types of tremor.
Proper Usage
If isoniazid upsets your stomach it should be taken with
food. Antacids may help but those containing aluminum should
be avoided. Check the label.
Tell your physician if you are on a low-sodium, low-sugar,
or any other special diet before taking isoniazid.
Precautions
Your doctor may want you to take pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)
every day to help avoid side effects. If pyridoxine is needed,
it must be taken every day; do not skip doses.
Isoniazid has not been shown to cause birth defects in
humans or animals. Studies have shown an increased risk of
fetal death in animals.
Isoniazid passes into breast milk.
Possible Side Effects
Side effects that usually go away as your body adjusts to
the medication and do not require medical attention unless
they persist or are bothersome: nervousness; restlessness;
sleep difficulties; dizziness; rapid heartbeat; flushing;
headache; sweating; nausea; trembling; weakness*; pink or red
saliva.
Side effects that should be reported to your physician as
soon as possible: chest pain; irregular heartbeat.
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Since it may be difficult to distinguish between
certain common symptoms of MS and some side effects of
isoniazid, be sure to consult your health care
professional if an abrupt change of this type occurs.
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