TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable)

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TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable)

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification

TUBERCULIN (Injection)

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname

Tubersol, Aplisol

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment

Tuberculin (too-BER-kyoo-lin) Tests for tuberculosis (TB) infection.

When To Not Use TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable)

You should not use this test if you have ever had an allergic reaction to a TB skin test.

How Should You Use TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable)

Proper TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Storage

Store TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Before you have this test, be sure your doctor knows if you have had a vaccination within the last 4 to 6 weeks, if you are HIV positive or have AIDS, if you are getting medicine or radiation for cancer, or if you are taking a corticosteroid medicine such as cortisone or prednisone.

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are allergic to acacia.

TUBERCULIN (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Rash or hives
• Swelling of the face, throat, or lips
• Wheezing or trouble breathing
• If your skin in the area of the test looks dark or becomes an open sore
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
• Skin pain or itching at the site of the test