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Myambutol

Myambutol

Ethambutol

Ethambutol tablets for tuberculosis. It stops the bacteria from building a protective cell wall, making them vulnerable to the immune system.

All strengths and pack prices
StrengthPackPricePer unit
200mg30 tablets$65.00$2.17
200mg60 tablets$117.00$1.95
200mg90 tablets$194.00$2.16
200mg120 tablets$246.00$2.05
200mg180 tablets$343.00$1.91
200mg270 tablets$479.00$1.77
200mg360 tablets$582.00$1.62
400mg60 tablets$79.00$1.32
400mg90 tablets$90.00$1.00
400mg120 tablets$102.00$0.85
400mg180 tablets$125.00$0.69
400mg270 tablets$159.00$0.59
400mg360 tablets$191.00$0.53
600mg60 tablets$95.00$1.58
600mg90 tablets$115.00$1.28
600mg120 tablets$138.00$1.15
600mg180 tablets$182.00$1.01
600mg270 tablets$247.00$0.91
600mg360 tablets$316.00$0.88
800mg60 tablets$103.00$1.72
800mg90 tablets$139.00$1.54
800mg120 tablets$177.00$1.48
800mg180 tablets$254.00$1.41
800mg270 tablets$364.00$1.35
800mg360 tablets$471.00$1.31
Active ingredient
Ethambutol
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
200mg · 400mg · 600mg · 800mg

This listing uses Myambutol as a reference name. A generic equivalent is supplied; its exact brand and manufacturer are confirmed before supply.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Myambutol vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Myambutol details

Condition
Tuberculosis
Alternative names
ethambutol
Therapeutic class
Mycobacterial Cell Wall Synthesis Inhibitor
Pharmacological class
Antitubercular Agent
Known off-label uses
atypical mycobacterial infections
Contraindications
optic neuritis; hypersensitivity to ethambutol
Minor side effects
nausea; abdominal pain; headache
Moderate side effects
dizziness; rash; hyperuricaemia
Serious side effects
optic neuritis with vision loss, requires immediate medical attention
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Originator
Lederle Laboratories
Onset time
12–24 hours
Duration
24 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Antacids (Aluminium)
Age restrictions
Approved for children over thirteen years and adults.
Patient summary

Ethambutol tablets for tuberculosis. It stops the bacteria from building a protective cell wall, making them vulnerable to the immune system.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits arabinosyl transferase, stopping synthesis of arabinogalactan inside mycobacterial cell membranes.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Safety confirmed. Important component of therapy. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.

What you will receive

Myambutol is used here as a reference originator brand name to identify the medicine. We are not affiliated with the brand owner, and this listing does not offer the originator product.

  • The supplied product is a generic equivalent containing Ethambutol, not the originator brand shown as the reference.
  • The exact generic brand, manufacturer and dispatch location are confirmed based on the product, destination and available manufacturer or partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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