Tubersol Side Effects, Uses, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & Dosing

- TUBERSOL
- QTY 1
- 5 T/0.1 ML
- VIAL
- Near 77381

TUBERCULIN PURIFIED PROTEIN DERIVATIVE (too BUR kyuh lun PYUR uh fide PROW teen) helps detect tuberculosis (TB). It is often used to see if a person has ever been exposed to TB. It does not diagnose active TB. It works by measuring your immune system's response to a killed (inactivated) version of the bacteria that causes TB.

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TUBERCULIN PURIFIED PROTEIN DERIVATIVE (too BUR kyuh lun PYUR uh fide PROW teen) helps detect tuberculosis (TB). It is often used to see if a person has ever been exposed to TB. It does not diagnose active TB. It works by measuring your immune system's response to a killed (inactivated) version of the bacteria that causes TB.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.
This medication is injected under the skin. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be given to children for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.
-Live virus vaccines
-Medications that lower your chance of fighting infection
-Steroid medications, such as prednisone or cortisone

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

DISCLAIMER: This drug information content is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Patients should always consult their physician with any questions regarding a medical condition and to obtain medical advice and treatment. Drug information is sourced from GSDD (Gold Standard Drug Database ) provided by Elsevier.