Etibi
Etibi is a brand of Ethambutol Hydrochloride, an antituberculosis agent. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of metabolites, which in turn impairs cell metabolism, arrests multiplication, and causes cell death in actively growing mycobacteria. It is always prescribed as part of a multi-drug regimen to prevent the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Dosage by Body Weight
Ethambutol is administered orally as a single daily dose, usually calculated at 15 to 25 mg/kg of body weight. It must be taken in combination with other anti-tuberculosis medications. Regular monitoring of visual acuity and color discrimination is highly recommended during treatment.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy are not established in children under 13 years of age or very low weight cohorts due to difficulties in monitoring visual acuity.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 75 mg to 175 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Use only if absolutely necessary and prescribed by a specialist. Equivalent to 15-25 mg/kg.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 120 mg to 250 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Must be accompanied by careful monitoring of ophthalmic function.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 165 mg to 375 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Adjustment should be based on precise weight measurements.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 240 mg to 500 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Usually administered alongside other companion TB medications as part of a combination regimen.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy are not established in children under 13 years of age or very low weight cohorts due to difficulties in monitoring visual acuity. |
| 5-7 kg | 75 mg to 175 mg | Once daily | Use only if absolutely necessary and prescribed by a specialist. Equivalent to 15-25 mg/kg. |
| 8-10 kg | 120 mg to 250 mg | Once daily | Must be accompanied by careful monitoring of ophthalmic function. |
| 11-15 kg | 165 mg to 375 mg | Once daily | Adjustment should be based on precise weight measurements. |
| 16-20 kg | 240 mg to 500 mg | Once daily | Usually administered alongside other companion TB medications as part of a combination regimen. |
Formulation
Purpose
Treatment of active pulmonary tuberculosis in combination with other antituberculosis drugs.
Generic Name
Ethambutol HydrochlorideScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.