Generic name: rifampin (oral/injection) [ rif-AM-pin ]
Brand names: Rifadin, Rifadin IV, Rimactane
Dosage forms: intravenous powder for injection (600 mg); oral capsule (150 mg; 300 mg)
Drug class:Rifamycin derivatives
What is rifampin?
Rifampin is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent tuberculosis (TB).
Rifampin may also be used to reduce certain bacteria in your nose and throat that could cause meningitis or other infections. Rifampin prevents you from spreading these bacteria to other people, but rifampin will not treat an active meningitis infection.
Rifampin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any you start or stop using. Many drugs can interact, and some drugs should not be used together.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use rifampin if you are allergic to rifampin or similar medicines such as rifabutin, rifapentine, rifamycin, or rifaximin.
Many drugs can interact and cause dangerous effects. Some drugs should not be used together with rifampin. Your doctor may change your treatment plan if you also use: atazanavir, darunavir, fosamprenavir, praziquantel, ritonavir, saquinavir, or tipranavir.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
