Myambutol Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Acute Inflammation Of The Joints Due To Gout Attack
  • High Amount Of Uric Acid In The Blood

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Confusion
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Decrease In Sharpness Of Vision Called Reduced Visual Acuity
  • A Fever As A Result Of Taking The Medication
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Painful Condition That Affects The Nerves In The Legs And Arms Called Peripheral Neuropathy
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Rash
  • Damage To The Liver And Inflammation
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Inflammation Of The Skin Due To An Allergy
  • Itching
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Sudden Blindness And Pain Upon Moving The Eye
  • X-Ray Results Showing Lung Tissue Changes

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Dizziness

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