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Capreomycin

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What it is

Capreomycin is a medicine used to treat tuberculosis. It requires a prescription in India.

What it is used for

Capreomycin is used to treat tuberculosis, a serious bacterial infection that mainly affects the lungs.

  • Tuberculosis

How it works

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How it is sold in India

In India Capreomycin comes as injection.

Common side effects

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See a doctor straight away if

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Who should not take it

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Questions people ask

Is it safe during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as capreomycin may not be safe.

Is it safe if I have liver or kidney trouble?

Consult your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, as capreomycin can affect these organs.

Brand names

7 medicines sold in India contain Capreomycin.

Brands sold in India include Kapocin, Ciprix, Capreo. Whichever name is on the strip, the medicine inside is the one described on this page.

Where this comes from

We do not publish doses. How much to take depends on your age, weight and other conditions — ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This page is general information, not medical advice, and it is not a substitute for seeing a doctor. It carries no dosage and no prices.

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