Rifampin - rif-AM-pin is using to treat certain bacterial infections.
Rifampin is using with other medication to treat tuberculosis - TB. Rifampin is also taken by itself by diseaseds who may carry meningitis bacteria in their nose and throat - without feeling sick and may spread these bacteria to others. This drug may also be using for other problems as determined by your family doctor. However, rifampin will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
To help clear up your tuberculosis - TB completely, you must keep taking this drug for the full time of treat, even if you begin to feel better. This is very important. It is also important that you do not miss any doses.
Rifampin is available only with your family doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:
Some commonly using brand names are:
In the USA
In Canada
Generic name product may also be available inthe USA
Another commonly using name is rifampicin .