Warning: following guide is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment and expertise about your pharmacist. it should not be construed to indicate that use of drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this medication.

Rifampin - oral

(riff-am-pin)

common brand names: Rifadin, Rimactane

Rimactane Usage: it drug is used to prevent and treat tuberculosis or another infections. Use of only rifampin & pyrazinamide as two-drug, two-month therapy to treat tuberculosis (specifically 'latent' TB infection) is no longer recommended. Infrequently, serious (sometimes fatal) liver disease has occurred with the use of these two medications alone. several other effective alternative treatments can be used to treat latent tuberculosis (e.g., isoniazid for 9 months). Use about rifampin and pyrazinamide as part of multi-drug (3 or more drugs) treatment plan for tuberculosis is still acceptable. Consult youre doctor or doctor for more details.

How to use Rimactane: it drug is best taken on an empty stomach 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals with full glass of water. Take as directed. do not stop taking it medication without your doctor's approval. Stopping therapy early may result in ineffective treatment & the infection could recur.

Rimactane side effects: this drug may cause stomach upset, heartburn, nausea, headache, drowsiness or dizziness. These effects should disappear as you're body adjusts to the medicine. If these effects persist or worsen, inform your pharmacist promptly. Tell your pharmacist immediately if any about these unlikely but serious side effects occur: fever, chills, sore throat, nausea, stomach pain, dark urine, yellowing eyes or skin. may cause reddish-orange discoloration of urine, stools, sweat, saliva or tears. this is harmless. Soft contact lenses may become discolored. in the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your pharmacist or physician.

Rimactane Precautions: Tell your doctor you're medical history especially if you have: liver problems, history about alcohol use, any allergies. Alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of this med & increase side effects. Limit alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Use caution operating machinery or participating at activities requiring alertness if this med makes you feel drowsy or dizzy. this drug should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. Discuss risks & benefits with your healthcare professional. Rifampin is excreted in to breast milk. Though, to date, problems have not been reported in nursing infants, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Rimactane tablet interactions: this drug isnot recommended for use with: delavirdine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Inform your physician about every the medicines you may use (both prescription and nonprescription) especially: warfarin, oral medicines for diabetes, azole antifungals (e.g., itraconazole, ketoconazole), theophylline, halothane, verapamil, certain protease inhibitors (e.g., nelfinavir), corticosteroids (e.g., prednisone), disopyramide, beta-blockers (e.g., metoprolol), isoniazid, digitoxin, quinidine, mexiletine, phenytoin, cyclosporine, zidovudine and live vaccines. Also report drugs which cause drowsiness such as: sedatives, tranquilizers, psychiatric medicines, anti-seizure drugs, anti-anxiety drugs, narcotic pain relievers, antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine). Rifampin can decrease effectiveness of oral contraceptives. Discuss use of another birth control methods with you're physician. do not start or stop any medicine with out physician or physician approval.

Rimactane Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include swelling of face or around eyes, itching over the entire body, orange or red discoloration of skin or eyes, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, & loss of consciousness.

Rimactane special notes: Laboratory tests will be done periodically while taking this medication to monitor It's effects. do not share this drug with others.

If you missed Rimactane dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time since the following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not double the dose to catch up.

Rimactane Storage: Store at room temperature away from sunlight & moisture. do not store in the bathroom.

Active Ingredients : Rifampin