Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis is a condition in which the infection of the patient's lungs spreads to other parts of her body. The lymph nodes are affected and the bacteria spreads to bones, soft tissue and organs. This disease process can lie dormant for years. The organs and tissue affected include the bones and joints, bronchus, cervical lymph nodes, eye, larynx (voice box), lining of the abdominal cavity, lining of the brain and spinal cord, lining of the heart, reproductive systems of a male or female, skin, small bowel and stomach. Symptoms may include a cough, fatigue, fever, generalized discomfort, shortness of breath, sweating, weight loss, abdominal swelling, chills, joint pain, pale skin and swollen glands. There are several antibiotics that may be used to treat it.
Amikacin Sulfate
Amikin (prescribed as the generic amikacin sulfate) is an antibiotic used to treat infections such as extrapulmonary tuberculosis. It will not work for colds, flu or viral infections. This medication is infused into a vein or injected into a muscle by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic setting.
Ethambutol
Myambutol and Servambutol (prescribed as the generic ethambutol) may be used to treat tuberculosis. This medication is taken with a glass of water in the form of a pill with or without food. The medication may be taken at home, but should not be taken alone. Someone else should always be present. Side effects include color blindness or blindness. These side effects may be permanent.
Ethionamide
Trecator (prescribed as the generic ethionamide) is another antibiotic used to treat Tuberculosis. This medicine is used with other medicines and should not be used alone. It can cause clumsiness, depression, numbness and concentration difficulties, among other side effects.
Isoniazid
Niazid (prescribed as the generic isoniazid) can be used to treat or prevent TB. This medication is taken orally with a glass of water and should be taken on an empty stomach at least 30 minutes prior to eating or two hours after. Side effects include possibly fatal liver conditions. It also can cause heartburn, numbness, dizziness and nausea.
Moxifloxacin
Avelox (prescribed as the generic moxifloxacin) is an antibiotic used to treat certain types of bacterial infections. This medication is taken orally with a glass of water. Side effects include insomnia, vomiting, nausea and headaches.
