Capreomycin (Injection Route)

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Capreomycin (Injection Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Capastat Sulfate

Description

Capreomycin is used to treat tuberculosis (TB). It is given with other medicines for TB.

To help clear up your tuberculosis (TB) completely, you must keep taking this medicine for the full time of treatment, even if you begin to feel better. This is very important. It is also important that you do not miss any doses.

Capreomycin is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Powder for Solution
Before Using

DR600291

Portions of this document last updated:

Nov. 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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