G Rifampicin450mg
Capsule
Gonoshasthaya Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with G Rifampicin. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR G Rifampicin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the devel... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED G Rifampicin is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is n... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE G Rifampicin may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy or faint, have problems with vision or have other side ... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION G Rifampicin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of G Rifampicin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of G Rifampicin in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
G Rifampicin is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of all forms of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and in some cases... View More
Uses of G Rifampicin
- Tuberculosis (TB)
Side effects of G Rifampicin
- Low blood platelets
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Nausea
- Fever
- Chills
How to use G Rifampicin
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. G Rifampicin is to be taken empty stomach.
How G Rifampicin works
G Rifampicin is an antibiotic. It works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by bacteria to make essential proteins and... View More
What if you forget to take G Rifampicin?
If you miss a dose of G Rifampicin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to y... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed G 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 G Rifampicin can interact with many medicines.
- Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as G Rifampicin may decrease their effectiveness.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience unusual tiredness or loss of appetite, fever or chills.
Indication
Tuberculosis, Leprosy, Brucellosis, Meningitis , Legionnaire's disease; Staphylococcal infections
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach. Best taken on an empty stomach 1 hr before or 2 hr after meals.
Adult Dose
Oral Tuberculosis Adult: 10 mg/kg/day or 2-3 times/wk. Max: 600 mg/day. <50 kg: 450 mg daily; >50 kg: 600 mg daily. Leprosy 600 mg once mthly.... View More
Child Dose
Oral Tuberculosis 10–20 mg/kg, max 600 mg for TB q24h With directly observed biweekly therapy, dosage is still 10–20 mg/kg/dose (max 600 mg) twice we... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to rifampicin or other rifamycins. Patient w/ jaundice. Concurrent use w/ saquinavir/ritonavir therapy.
Mode of Action
Rifampicin suppresses initiation of chain formation for RNA synthesis in susceptible bacteria by binding to the beta subunit of DNA-dependent RNA polyme... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ history of alcoholism. Hepatic and renal impairment. Elderly, malnourished patients, childn <2 yr. Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselli... View More
Side Effect
Facial flushing and itching, w/ or w/o a rash, flu-like syndrome characterised by episodes of fever, chills, headache, dizziness, bone pain, shortness o... View More
Interaction
May accelerate the metabolism and reduce the effect of drugs that are metabolised by CYP450 enzymes (e.g. quinidine, phenytoin, theophylline). Decreased... View More
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