Ethambutol/isoniazid/rifampicin

Ethambutol/isoniazid/rifampicin
Combination of
ethambutol anti-tuberculosis medication
isoniazid anti-tuberculosis medication
rifampicin anti-tuberculosis medication
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Ethambutol/isoniazid/rifampicin, also known as ethambutol/isoniazid/rifampin, is a medication used to treat tuberculosis. It is a fixed dose combination of ethambutol, isoniazid, and rifampicin. It is used either along or with other antituberculosis medication. It is taken by mouth.[1] Side effects are those of the underlying medications.[1] Use may not be suitable in children.[1]

It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines, the most effective and safe medicines needed in a health system.[2] The wholesale cost in the developing world is about 6.74 to 16.13 USD a month.[3]

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  1. 1 2 3 WHO Model Formulary 2008 (PDF). World Health Organization. 2009. p. 142. ISBN 9789241547659. Retrieved 8 December 2016.
  2. "WHO Model List of Essential Medicines (19th List)" (PDF). World Health Organization. April 2015. Retrieved 8 December 2016.
  3. "Rifampicin + Isoniazid + Ethambutol". International Drug Price Indicator Guide. Retrieved 8 December 2016.


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