Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet
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food interaction for Rifa I 6
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Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
CAUTION
Consuming alcohol while taking Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
UNSAFE
Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifa I 6 Kid Forte Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Rifa I 6
Isoniazid(150mg)
Uses
Isoniazid is used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It is also used to treat inactive (latent) TB .
How it works
Isoniazid is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.
Common side effects
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Hemolytic anemia, Aplastic anemia, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Skin rash, Lethargy, Psychosis, Joint pain, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Optic neuritis, Deafness, Ringing in ear, Vertigo, Fever, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Breast enlargement in male, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), Increased liver enzymes, Pellagra, Drug-induced lupus syndrome, Constipation, Nausea, Pancreatic inflammation
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)(5mg)
Uses
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies.
How it works
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) provides essential nutrients.
Common side effects
Burning sensation, Tightness sensation, Headache, Nausea, Sleepiness, Upset stomach, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Rifampicin(200mg)
Uses
Rifampicin is used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy.
How it works
Rifampicin is an antibiotic. It works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by bacteria to make essential proteins and to reproduce.
Common side effects
Low blood platelets, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Hemolytic anemia, Acute renal failure, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Pseudomembranous colitis, Pseudoadrenal crisis, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Drug allergy, Headache, Chills, Paradoxical reactions, Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased bilirubin in the blood, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Diarrhea, Cutaneous reactions, Renal insufficiency, Anaphylactic reaction, Psychotic disorder, Muscle damage, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Disseminated intravascular coagulation, Blood in urine
SUBSTITUTES FOR Rifa I 6
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Rifa I 6
- Your doctor has prescribed Isoniazid to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is best taken on an empty stomach.
- You must also take a vitamin B6 supplement while on Isoniazid.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience vision changes, loss of appetite, tiredness, stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, yellow skin or eyes or dark-colored urine.
Frequently asked questions FOR Rifa I 6
Isoniazid
Q. Is Isoniazid an antibiotic?
Isoniazid is an antibiotic used in the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis or TB (a serious infection caused by bacteria that affects the lungs and in certain cases other parts of the body)
Q. Is Isoniazid chemotherapy/chemotherapy drug?
Isoniazid is a primary antibiotic used for treatment of tuberculosis. Do not confuse it with chemotherapy or chemo drugs used for the treatment of cancer
Q. Is Isoniazid bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Isoniazid is a bacteriostatic antibiotic. It stops or suppresses growth of tuberculosis causing bacteria by interfering with the formation of protective outer covering (cell wall) which is essential for their growth
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Rifampicin
Q. Is rifampin a penicillin/amoxicillin/sulfa drug?
No. Rifampin is an antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy. It has a structure and mechanism of action different from penicillin or amoxicillin (amoxicillin belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotics). The chemical structure and mechanism of action of rifampin is different from sulfa drugs
Q. Is rifampin bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Rifampin is a bactericidal drug. It acts by blocking the activity of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-dependent RNA polymerase which essential for important life processes in the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria
Q. Is rifampin an inducer or inhibitor?
Rifampin is an inducer (increases activity) of an important liver enzyme system that is responsible for the final processing and elimination of several drugs from the body