Ethambutol (Systemic)
Brand Names : Myambutol, Etibi
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately
if any of
the following side effects occur:
Less common
Chills; pain and swelling of joints,
especially big toe, ankle, or knee; tense, hot skin
over affected joints
Rare
Blurred vision, eye pain, red-green color blindness, or any loss
of vision (more common with high doses); fever; joint pain; numbness, tingling, burning
pain, or weakness in hands or feet; skin rash
Other side
effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects
may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However,
check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are
bothersome:
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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