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* Adverse effects include [[Adverse drug reaction::optic neuritis]] and [[Adverse drug reaction::rash]]
* Adverse effects include [[Adverse drug reaction::optic neuritis]] and [[Adverse drug reaction::rash]]
* If a patient is at high risk for ethambutol-induced optic neuritis (e.g. high doses, long duration, or chronic kidney disease), they should be monitored by an Ophthalmologist monthly


[[Category:Antibiotics]]
[[Category:Antibiotics]]

Latest revision as of 14:34, 3 November 2023

  • Adverse effects include optic neuritis and rash
  • If a patient is at high risk for ethambutol-induced optic neuritis (e.g. high doses, long duration, or chronic kidney disease), they should be monitored by an Ophthalmologist monthly