Bedaquilin is an antibiotic used to treat multidrug-resistant tuberculosis that prevents the production of energy in Mycobacterium tuberculosis, leading to the death of these bacteria.
Bedaquilina is produced by Janssen Pharmaceuticals and marketed by the name of Sirturo.
Indications of Bedaquilina
Bedaquilin is indicated for the treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis in adults.
How to use Bedaquilina
The mode of use of bucklerin may be:
- Week 1-2: 4 tablets, once daily, with food
- Week 3-24: 2 tablets, 3 times a week, with food.
The duration of treatment is 24 weeks and the tablets should be taken with water.
Side effects of Bedaquilina
The side effects of buckwheat may be nausea, joint and chest pain, headache, and arrhythmias.
Contraindications of Bedaquilina
Berequilin has no contraindications.
