Rifampicin 150mg Capsules

Product Introduction

Rifampicin 150mg capsule is a rifamycin antibiotic used with other medicines for active tuberculosis and in selected specialist infection or prevention regimens. It is a major component of combination TB treatment, where consistent treatment limits failure and resistance.

How to use

Swallow the capsule with a full glass of water on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two hours after food. For active tuberculosis, take the full planned combination, not rifampicin alone. Missed or interrupted treatment needs the TB team's advice rather than self-directed restarting.

How it works

Rifampicin inhibits bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, blocking RNA synthesis and killing susceptible bacteria.

Side effects

Possible effects include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, rash, fever, and orange-red body-fluid discoloration. Serious concerns include liver injury, severe allergy, low platelets, flu-like syndrome, kidney problems, and major drug interactions.

Important information

Give your tuberculosis team the complete treatment schedule and tell them about liver disease, alcohol use, pregnancy or breastfeeding. Mention HIV medicines, contraception, anticoagulants, antifungals, seizure medicines and transplant medicines. Baseline liver tests and a plan for taking every treatment dose are important.