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Rifampicin

Rifampicin is an antibiotic used in specialist tuberculosis and selected infection regimens.

Rifampin Tablets

Tuberculosis, Meningococcal Carriage

150 · 300 · 450 · 600mg

Rifampicin tablets in four strengths from 150mg to 600mg, used for tuberculosis and meningococcal carriage. It blocks bacterial RNA polymerase.

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Key points

  • It must be combined appropriately for active tuberculosis.
  • It strongly lowers exposure to many medicines, including hormonal contraceptives and anticoagulants.
  • Jaundice, severe rash or breathing difficulty needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

The complete regimen, resistance, liver function, pregnancy and every medicine require specialist review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for jaundice, persistent vomiting, a blistering rash, unusual bleeding, facial swelling or breathing difficulty.

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