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Side effect(s) of Rifabutin


Review the side-effects of Rifabutin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Body As A Whole
- Abdominal pain, weakness, chest pain, fever, headache and pain.

  Gastrointestinal
- Loss of appetite, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, nausea and vomiting.

  Musculoskeletal
- Muscle pain.

  Central nervous system
- Sleeplessness.

  Skin
- Rash.

  ENT
- Taste perversion.

  Genitourinary
- Discolored urine.

Other Precautions :

Monitor complete blood counts while taking this medication.

Drug Name : Rifabutin

Rifabutin(Mycobutin) generic is a bactericidal antibiotic, prescribed for mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It works by preventing or slowing the growth of certain bacteria.


Trade Names for Rifabutin

India :


International :


Mycobutin
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