Samserin

Samserin (Cycloserine) is used with other medication in the treatment of tuberculosis infections. It is also used to treat certain types of urinary tract infections.

Take Samserin (Cycloserine) by mouth as directed usually every 12 hours for the first two weeks. This medication works best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night. Continue using this for the full time prescribed. It may be necessary to continue therapy for tuberculosis for several months to one year or more. Stopping the medication too early may result in ineffective treatment.

Drowsiness may occur when taking Samserin (Cycloserine). If it continues or becomes severe, inform your physician. Notify your physician if you experience: dizziness, headache, tremor, slurred speech, tingling of the hands or feet, mental confusion, irritability, anxiety, skin rash. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or pharmacist.

Before taking Samserin (Cycloserine), you should tell your physician your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, epilepsy, depression, anxiety, mental illness, any allergies. Use caution driving or performing tasks requiring alertness since this may cause drowsiness.

Use of alcohol increases the risk and severity of these side effects. It is recommended to limit intake of alcoholic beverages while taking this medication. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. This drug is excreted into breast milk and is not recommended for use while breast-feeding. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.