Atopex 50mg Capsule is an antibiotic medicine used to treat drug-resistant tuberculosis. It is generally used in combination with other medicines. This medicine is used when the bacteria have developed resistance to other antibiotics.

Atopex 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the dose and schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. You should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.

The most common side effects of this medicine include memory loss, confusion, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and dizziness. Inform your doctor if you experience skin rashes, tremors, fits, problems with speech or movement, depression, or other changes in mood, thoughts, or behavior.

Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics or have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while undergoing treatment with this medicine.

Uses of Atopex Capsule

Tuberculosis (TB)

Benefits of Atopex Capsule

In Tuberculosis (TB)

Atopex 50mg Capsule 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 the 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.

How to use Atopex Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Atopex 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Atopex Capsule works

Atopex 50mg Capsule is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by preventing them from forming their own protective covering (cell wall) which is required for their survival in the human body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Atopex 50mg Capsule may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Atopex 50mg Capsule 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

Atopex 50mg Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Atopex 50mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Atopex 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Atopex 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Atopex 50mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Atopex 50mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Atopex Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Atopex 50mg Capsule, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Atopex 50mg Capsule

₹60.0/Capsule

Cyclosporin 50mg Capsule

Panacea Biotec Pharma Ltd

₹51.36/capsule

14% cheaper

Quick tips

Atopex 50mg Capsule is used in combination with other medicines for the treatment of tuberculosis.
Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Atopex 50mg Capsule may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Atopex 50mg Capsule as this may worsen the side effects.
During treatment, you will need to have regular blood tests to monitor your kidney and liver function, blood cell counts and the amount of medicine in your blood.
Stop taking Atopex 50mg Capsule and inform your doctor if you experience skin rashes, headaches, tremor, fits, problems with speech or movement, depression, or other changes in mood, thoughts or behavior.
Do not stop taking this medicine until your doctor tells you to.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Isoxazolines derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Cell wall active agent

Patient concerns

My daughter is given tb medicine even though she is not infected taking these medicine will cause tb???

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, TB medicines are given only when there is indication of tuberculosis. They are for treating tuberculosis.

Though took vaccines in childhood, the test for TB came positive. Was advised to undergo treatment.physically absolute fit and healthy, is it advisable to take treatment?

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

If sputum is positive for Tb , treatment is absolutely essential. Read more at www.arohealth.com/tuberculosis

After having tuberculosis diagnosed she has been recommended to have R cinex EZ 2 tablets daily for 2 months then after 1tablet Risorine for 1 month and now doctor has recommended onceagain to have R cinex EZ 2tables on alternate days what to do.

Dr. Anshum Aneja Arora

Pulmonology

TB treatment is in 2 phases1. Intensive phase where tabs RHZE are given as in your case and in the second phase called continuation phase one one the medicines is stopped nad others continued.Please discuss with your doctor or see another doctor nearby for opinion since , the treatment may have to be modified, read about TB at http://www.arohealth.com/pulmonary-tuberculosis/

Should Atopex 50mg Capsule be taken with or without food?

Take Atopex 50mg Capsule by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily (every 12 hours) for the first 2 weeks. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Always follow your doctor's advice while taking this medicine.

Who should not take Atopex 50mg Capsule?

Atopex 50mg Capsule should not be taken by people who have a history of seizures or psychiatric disorders, as it may worsen these conditions. It should also be used with caution in people with kidney or liver disease.

Is a prescription required for buying Atopex 50mg Capsule?

Yes, Atopex 50mg Capsule is a prescription drug and can only be obtained with a doctor's prescription.

Can Atopex 50mg Capsule cause anemia?

Yes, Atopex 50mg Capsule has been associated in a few instances with vitamin B and/or folic–acid deficiency, megaloblastic anemia, and sideroblastic anemia. If evidence of anemia develops during treatment, appropriate studies, and therapy should be instituted.

Can I take alcohol while taking Atopex 50mg Capsule?

No, avoid alcohol while on treatment with Atopex 50mg Capsule since it increases the risk of seizures.

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