Isoniazid: Oral tablet (100mg)

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Isoniazid 100mg Tab
Barr Laboratories Inc a Division of Teva USA

Pill Identification: 100 | Barr 066

What is this Medicine?

ISONIAZID (eye soe NYE a zid) is used to prevent or to treat tuberculosis (TB).

CVS Pharmacy Patient Statistics for Isoniazid: Oral tablet(100mg)

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*Brand contains same active ingredient but may not represent FDA-approved generic equivalent

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Isoniazid 100mg Tablet

NDC: 005550066

Prescription Required
Not a Controlled Drug
(CSA Schedule)
FDA Approved

FDA approved for the following conditions:
Tuberculosis Infection, Tuberculosis Prophylaxis

Sometimes used for but not FDA approved for the following conditions:
Tremor

Storage Information
Store at room temperature (between 59 to 86 degrees F)
Protect from light
Protect from moisture

Isoniazid 100mg Tablet

Barr Laboratories Inc a Division of Teva USA

Pill Identification: 100 | Barr 066

Shape: round

Color: white

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Reported Side Effects for Isoniazid 100mg Tablet

Liver Infection Incidence: <2.3%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

Elevated Hepatic Enzymes Incidence: 10.0-20.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

Nerve Pain Incidence: >44.0%* Severity: MODERATE
Onset: DELAYED

*This is an approximate aggregated range of reported side effects from clinical studies performed on this drug. Your experience with this drug may be different.

Daily Life Interactions for Isoniazid 100mg Tablet

Elements of your daily lifestyle may have an effect on the medications you are taking. Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects, reduce the effectiveness of your medicine or possibly increase the action of a particular medicine.

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Alcohol and Isoniazid 100mg Tablet(Isoniazid)

Alcohol and Isoniazid(Isoniazid)

Do not drink Ethanol-containing beverages while taking Isoniazid, INH. Side effects from Isoniazid, INH can get worse. Ethanol may also decrease the actions of Isoniazid, INH by reducing the amount of INH in the body. If you develop fatigue, loss of appetite, unusual tiredness or weakness, or nausea/vomiting, contact your health care provider immediately. Also, some ethanol-based products also contain tyramine which can cause flushing, chills, or racing or pounding heartbeat if taken with Isoniazid, INH. These products include some beers (including reduced-ethanol and ethanol-free beer), red wines, sherry, hard liquor, and liqueurs. Avoid ethanol-containing beverages while taking Isoniazid, INH.

Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Tyramine-containing foods and Isoniazid 100mg Tablet(Isoniazid)

Tyramine-containing foods and Isoniazid(Isoniazid)

Food interactions with Isoniazid,INH may cause increased blood pressure or other effects. Try to limit the following foods in the diet: aged cheeses; soy sauce; fava bean or broad bean pods; smoked or pickled meats, poultry; or fish (lox, herring, smoked salmon); fermented sausages (bologna, pepperoni, salami, summer sausage); bananas; avocados; and any over-ripe fruit. Dietary restrictions should continue for at least 2 weeks after stopping Isoniazid, INH.

Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages and Isoniazid 100mg Tablet(Isoniazid)

Caffeine-containing Foods/Beverages and Isoniazid(Isoniazid)

Try to limit caffeine intake while taking Isoniazid, INH. Side effects from Isoniazid, INH may get worse if you take Caffeine, like increased blood pressure, confusion, restlessness, or other side effects. All preparations containing caffeine should be used sparingly such as tea, coffee, chocolate, cola, or 'stay awake' products. Some nonprescription medicines also contain caffeine and should not be taken along with Isoniazid, INH.

Moderate Lifestyle Interaction

Marijuana and Isoniazid 100mg Tablet(Isoniazid)

Marijuana and Isoniazid(Isoniazid)

Isoniazid, INH can theoretically decrease the elimination of Marijuana, Medical from the body. Side effects from Marijuana, Medical may worsen if you take Isoniazid, INH. You may feel drowsy or more tired. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how these drugs affect you. Contact your health care provider immediately if you notice slurred speech, confusion, increases heart rate, or palpitations while taking Marijuana, Medical.

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Pregnancy & Lactation Information

FIRST Trimester

Class C - Animal studies have shown an adverse effect and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. OR No animal studies have been conducted and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.

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