Isoniazid (Niazid) | Drug Guide, Nursing Pharmacology MedMaster by NURSING.com

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Generic Name isoniazide
Trade Name INH
Indication tuberculosis
Action Inhibits synthesis of mycobacterial cell wall
Therapeutic Class Antitubercular
Pharmacologic Class none
Nursing Considerations • can cause jaundice
• may cause peripheral neuropathy, seizures, hepatitis
• patient should avoid high amounts of tyramine (pickled meats, aged/smoked meats, alcohol, exotic/aged cheese)
• monitor liver function tests
• complete full course of therapy (6-12 months)
• often used in combination with Rifampin