Rifampicin is used for: Tuberculosis; Leprosy; Brucellosis; Meningitis; Legionnaire's disease; Staphylococcal infections.
Recorded in the NepalDoc medicine catalog for Rifampicin.
How Rifadin Infusion is given Rifadin Infusion is given by a doctor or nurse. This is because it needs to be given as a slow drip into a vein (infusion).
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Rifampicin. Full label: DailyMed.
How Rifadin Infusion is given Rifadin Infusion is given by a doctor or nurse. This is because it needs to be given as a slow drip into a vein (infusion). How much is given If you are not sure why you are being given Rifadin Infusion or have any questions about how much Rifadin Infusion is being given to you, speak to your doctor or nurse. Tuberculosis (TB) The usual dose is: - Adults: A single daily dose of 600mg given over 2–3 hours - Children: Up to 20mg per kilogram of body weight each day. The maximum dose is 600mg each day. Leprosy Your doctor may prescribe a monthly or daily dose - Patients weighing less than 50kg: A single daily dose of 450mg - Patients weighing more than 50kg: A single daily dose of 600mg Brucellosis, Legionnaires Disease or other serious bacterial infections The amount you are given will depend on how severe your infection is - Adults: 600mg–1200mg each day.
From the U.S. FDA-approved label for Rifampicin. Full label: DailyMed.
Inform your doctor immediately while taking this medicine: ▲ If your symptoms of tuberculosis return or get worse (see section 4). Talk to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist before having Rifadin Infusion if: ▲ You have liver problems ▲ You have any kidney problems and if you are having more than 600mg rifampicin per day ▲ You have diabetes. Your diabetes may become more difficult to control while taking this medicine.
Warnings and precautions excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Rifampicin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor before use.
4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, Rifadin Infusion can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell a nurse or doctor straight away if you notice any of the following serious side effects: You have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, wheezing, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.
Excerpt from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Rifampicin — not a complete list. Talk to a pharmacist or doctor about side effects.
5 brands · 1 maker in the NepalDoc catalog — see the full Rifampicin guide →
Store below 25°C You will not be asked to store your medicine. It will be brought to you ready to be given straight away. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater. These measures will help protect the environment
Storage information from the U.S. FDA-approved label for Rifampicin.
What is R-CIN?
R-CIN Syrup is a Rifampicin medicine made by Lupin Ltd. It comes as Syrup.
What is R-CIN used for?
Rifampicin is used for Tuberculosis, Leprosy, Brucellosis, Meningitis, Legionnaire's disease; Staphylococcal infections.
What is the generic name of R-CIN?
The generic name of R-CIN is Rifampicin.
Which brands of Rifampicin are available in Nepal?
5 brands of Rifampicin are listed in the NepalDoc catalog, from 1 makers — including R-CIN 150mg Capsule, R-CIN 300mg Capsule, R-CIN 450mg Capsule, R-CIN 600mg Capsule.
What are the side effects of Rifampicin?
4. Possible side effects Like all medicines, Rifadin Infusion can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Tell a nurse or doctor straight away if you notice any of the following serious side effects: You have an allergic reaction.
This page is information only and is not medical advice. Medicine details come from the sources listed above and may change — always confirm the medicine, strength and dose with a pharmacist or doctor before use. A catalog listing does not guarantee that a medicine is in stock at any pharmacy.
