Macleods Isoniazid 100mg Tablets – 100 Tablets Pack
Macleods Isoniazid 100mg Tablets are a prescription antituberculosis medication used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis (TB). A core part of Nigeria’s TB treatment programs, Isoniazid is highly effective in killing Mycobacterium tuberculosis, especially when used early and in combination with other TB medications.
What It’s Used For
- Active TB treatment – as part of a multi-drug regimen
- Latent TB infection (LTBI) prevention
- TB prophylaxis in HIV-positive individuals
- Recommended by WHO and Nigeria’s National Tuberculosis Program
Key Features
- Each tablet contains 100mg of Isoniazid
- 100 tablets per pack – ideal for long-term therapy
- Manufactured by Macleods Pharmaceuticals, a WHO-approved global supplier
- Used in DOTS-based treatment programs
Why It’s Important
- Essential medicine in Nigeria’s TB control strategy
- Helps reduce TB transmission in high-risk households and communities
- Used by health professionals in both public and private sectors
How to Use
- Dosage and duration are determined by a doctor or TB treatment centre
- Take on an empty stomach, 1 hour before or 2 hours after food
- Always follow prescribed combination therapy
- Do not skip doses — adherence is critical to TB cure
⚠️ Prescription-only
Common side effects: nausea, liver sensitivity, peripheral neuropathy
Pyridoxine (vitamin B6) may be co-prescribed to prevent nerve damage
Regular liver function monitoring may be required during long-term use