PYRAZINAMIDE

Standard Prescription

pyrazinamide __mg PO ___(frequency) (__mg/kg/dose)

Dosages

Children:
30-40 mg/kg/dose PO once daily. Max 2g/dose or
60-80 mg/kg/dose PO three times weekly (Max  2 g/dose).

Mechanism of Action

Antituberculosis agent.

Forms Supplied

tablet: 500 mg

Comments

Should not be given alone in the treatment of TB.

Adverse effects: hepatoxic effects, hyperuricemia, arthalgia, GI upset.

References

6, 134, 166, 167, 203

Last Edited

2022-09-08 23:58:13