Anti-TB medicinePrescription only
Pyrazinamide
Tablet
Quick Summary
Pyrazinamide helps shorten TB treatment by killing bacteria inside cells.
Tuberculosis
Medical Uses
Tuberculosis: Intensive phase of treatment.
How it's taken
Taken once daily as part of the TB regimen.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you and how long to take it.
Your doctor decides the right dose for you. Follow their instructions and the label.
Common Side Effects
Joint pain
Can raise uric acid and cause gout.
Liver problems
Jaundice.
Nausea
Loss of appetite.
Interactions
Gout medicines
May need adjusting.
Critical Warnings
Liver damage
Seek help for jaundice or vomiting.
Gout
Tell your doctor if you have gout.
Sources and further reading
Last updated 21 October 2026. For more detail, see these trusted health organisations.
- Pyrazinamide: drug information(opens in a new tab) · MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine