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Brand: Myambutol
Ethambutol is an antibiotic primarily used to treat tuberculosis (TB). It belongs to a class of medications known as antimycobacterials and works by inhibiting the growth of mycobacteria, the bacteria that cause TB. It is typically used in combination with other TB drugs to prevent the development of drug resistance.
For the treatment of tuberculosis (TB) in combination with other antituberculous agents.
Outcome:
Increased risk of optic neuritis
Mechanism:
Possible additive toxicity to the optic nerve.
Outcome:
Decreased ethambutol absorption
Mechanism:
Antacids reduce stomach acidity, which can hinder ethambutol absorption.
Outcome:
Potentially reduced digoxin levels
Mechanism:
Possible alteration of gut flora affecting digoxin metabolism.
Most likely new formulation: sustained-release ethambutol (Year: 2026, 70% confidence)
Based on current usage patterns and emerging resistance data, there is a 15% likelihood of increased restrictions on ethambutol use within the next 5 years.
Antimycobacterial, Antituberculosis Agent
Hydroxyimine