User:Mr. Ibrahem/Terizidone

Terizidone (Trd) is an antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis. Specifically it is used in multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) when other agents are not suitable. It is used together with other tuberculosis medication and vitamin B6. It is generally take by mouth for about 2 years.

Side effects may include seizures, slurred speech, trouble sleeping, confusion, and depression. Side effects are believed to be less than the similar medication cycloserine. It should not be used in those with significant kidney problems. It works by stoping bacterial growth after being broken down into cycloserine.

The medication may be available from the Stop TB Partnership. It is not available in the United States. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines as an alternative to cycloserine. As of 2015, 50 tablets of 250 mg costs about 80 USD.