Rifabutin : How to Use

Rifabutin - Systemic

Brand Names

Mycobutin Rifabutin *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects *** Additional Information

How to Use

Rifabutin may be taken on an empty stomach - either 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. However, if this drug upsets your stomach, you may want to take it with food.

For diseaseds unable to swallow capsules :

The contents of the capsules may be mixed with applesauce. Be sure to take all the food to get the full dose of drug.

To help prevent MAC disease, it is very important that you keep taking this drug for the full time of treat . You may have to take it every day for many months It is important that you do not miss any doses .

Dosage

The dose of rifabutin may be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of rifabutin If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage forms - capsules:
- For the prevention of Mycobacterium avium complex - MAC:
  - Adults and teenagers 300 milligrams - mg once a day, or 150 mg two times a day.
  - Children Use and dose must be determined by your family doctor.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. If this drug is taken on an irregular schedule, side effects may occur more often and may be more serious than usual . If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.