Review the side-effects of Rifampin 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.
Gastrointestinal - Heartburn, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, flatulence, cramps and diarrhea.
Central Nervous System - Headache, fever, drowsiness, fatigue, incoordination, dizziness, inability to concentrate, mental confusion, behavioral changes, muscular weakness and pain in extremities.
Eye - Visual disturbances.
Hypersensitivity Reactions - Itching, hives and rash.
Miscellaneous - Flu syndrome, chills, bone pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, decrease in blood pressure and shock.
Rifadin, Rimactane
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.
Gastrointestinal - Heartburn, stomach upset, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, jaundice, flatulence, cramps and diarrhea.
Central Nervous System - Headache, fever, drowsiness, fatigue, incoordination, dizziness, inability to concentrate, mental confusion, behavioral changes, muscular weakness and pain in extremities.
Eye - Visual disturbances.
Hypersensitivity Reactions - Itching, hives and rash.
Miscellaneous - Flu syndrome, chills, bone pain, shortness of breath, wheezing, decrease in blood pressure and shock.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Rifampin
Rifampin(Rifadin) generic is a rifamycin antibiotic, prescribed for tuberculosis (TB). It kills or stops the growth of sensitive bacteria.Brand Names or Trade Names of Rifampin
International :
Rifadin, Rimactane
