Capreomycin is a peptide antibiotic given by intramuscular injection. There is some cross-reaction with the aminoglycoside kanamycin.
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It is an important injectable agent for treatment of drug- resistant tuberculosis.
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It is nephrotoxic & ototoxic (tinnitus, deafness & vestibular disturbances ).
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Local pain at the site of injection or sterile abscess may occur.
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The drug should not be given at the same time as streptomycin or other drugs that may damage the eighth nerve