Isovit
Isovit is a prescription antibacterial medicine containing Isoniazid. It is a primary first-line medication used in the prevention and treatment of active and latent tuberculosis. It works by selectively inhibiting the synthesis of mycolic acids, which are essential components of the cell wall of Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
Dosage by Body Weight
To ensure optimal absorption, Isovit should be taken on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after meals). Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) is frequently co-prescribed to prevent peripheral neuropathy. Dosage must be strictly adjusted and monitored by a physician.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg to 15 mg per kg (approx. 30 mg to 50 mg)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Requires precise dosing using liquid syrup. Consult a specialist pediatrician before administration.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 50 mg to 75 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer on an empty stomach. Often given as a syrup for precise measurement.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 100 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Equivalent to one 100 mg tablet or 10 ml of standard 50 mg/5 ml syrup.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 150 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Concurrent administration of Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) is highly recommended to protect nerves.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 200 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Regular liver function monitoring (ALT/AST) is recommended throughout the duration of therapy.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 10 mg to 15 mg per kg (approx. 30 mg to 50 mg) | Once daily | Requires precise dosing using liquid syrup. Consult a specialist pediatrician before administration. |
| 5-7 kg | 50 mg to 75 mg | Once daily | Administer on an empty stomach. Often given as a syrup for precise measurement. |
| 8-10 kg | 100 mg | Once daily | Equivalent to one 100 mg tablet or 10 ml of standard 50 mg/5 ml syrup. |
| 11-15 kg | 150 mg | Once daily | Concurrent administration of Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) is highly recommended to protect nerves. |
| 16-20 kg | 200 mg | Once daily | Regular liver function monitoring (ALT/AST) is recommended throughout the duration of therapy. |