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Rifampin
Latest prescription information about Rifampin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Rifampin
Pronunciation : rif' am pin
Therapeutic Classification : anti- tuberculosis
Trade Name(s):
India- Afarcin 450, Acirimpi, Cavidin, Coxid-450, Coxid-450, Coxbact, Rimpin KT, RF, Kemorifa, Koxymide Forte, SCC2, Rifacil -450, Edizide, Siticox, Osorifa, Denex, Eufacin, R -Cin, Tubercin, Tricin, Grifa, Famcin, LS Rif , Gocox, Macox, Monocin, Monotmycin, Mycostat, Rimpin, Rifacept, Rifacilin, Rifampila, Rifamycin, Rimactane, Rimpacin, Ticin, Zucox. International- Rifadin, Rimactane. This medication is a rifamycin antibiotic, prescribed for tuberculosis (TB). When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Adult: PO- The recommended dosage is 10 mg/kg/day or 2-3 times/week. Max: 600 mg/day. How it should be taken : It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach. Special Instruction : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver disease, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause drowsiness or dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Gastrointestinal - Heartburn, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, flatulence, cramps and diarrhea. Central Nervous System - Headache, fever, drowsiness, fatigue, incoordination, dizziness, inability to concentrate, mental confusion, behavioral changes, muscular weakness and pain in extremities. Eye - Visual disturbances. Hypersensitivity Reactions - Itching, hives and rash. Miscellaneous - Flu syndrome, chills, bone pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, decrease in blood pressure and shock. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at room temperature. |
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