Cyclosporine Capsule

Cyclotec (Cycloserine) 250 mg Capsules is an antibiotic used primarily for the treatment of tuberculosis (TB), particularly multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB). Cycloserine works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis.

• Multi-Drug Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB): Cycloserine is often used in combination with other TB drugs when the tuberculosis bacteria are resistant to first-line treatments (such as isoniazid or rifampicin).
• Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Occasionally used for certain bacterial infections.
• Mycobacterial infections: Other than tuberculosis, it may be used for certain atypical mycobacteria.

The dosage varies depending on the condition being treated and patient-specific factors like weight and kidney function. A typical starting dose for tuberculosis is 250 mg to 500 mg per day, which may be increased depending on the patient's response to treatment. It is often given for an extended period (months) to ensure the bacteria are fully eradicated.

Some of the side effects associated with Cyclotec (Cycloserine) include:

• Neurological effects: Dizziness, headache, drowsiness, confusion, and even seizures in rare cases.
• Psychiatric effects: Depression, anxiety, irritability, and even suicidal thoughts or behavior (in rare cases).
• Allergic reactions: Rash, itching, and swelling.
• Gastrointestinal effects: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea.

• Monitoring: Due to its potential for causing neurological and psychiatric side effects, patients on cycloserine should be monitored closely by a healthcare provider.
• Drug Interactions: Cycloserine may interact with alcohol, which can increase the risk of side effects, especially neurological ones. Other medications that affect the nervous system should also be used with caution.

It is typically prescribed under the care of a specialist in infectious diseases, and its use should be carefully monitored.