Rifamycin 450mg Tablet
food interaction for Rifamycin Tablet
alcohol interaction for Rifamycin Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Rifamycin Tablet
lactation interaction for Rifamycin Tablet
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alcohol
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lactation
Rifamycin 450mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rifamycin 450mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Rifamycin 450mg 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
Rifamycin 450mg 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 Rifamycin 450mg Tablet
Rifampicin(450mg)
Rifamycin tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
How rifamycin tablet works
Rifamycin 450mg Tablet 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 of rifamycin tablet
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
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Expert advice FOR Rifamycin Tablet
- Your doctor has prescribed Rifampicin to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is best taken on an empty stomach. If you get an upset stomach, try taking it with small portions of food.
- Your urine, tears and other secretions may become orange-red in colour. Avoid using contact lenses since they may become discolored.
- Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking as Rifampicin can interact with many medicines.
- Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as Rifampicin may decrease their effectiveness.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience unusual tiredness or loss of appetite, fever or chills.
Frequently asked questions FOR Rifamycin 450mg Tablet
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