Rifapentine - Systemic
Brand Names
Priftin
Rifapentine *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects
How to Use
The treat
of tuberculosis may take months or years to complete
The best for you that you comply with the full course of therapy
.
Dosage
The dose of rifapentine will 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 rifapentine
If your dose is various,
do not change it
unless your family doctor tells you to do so.
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For oral
dosage form - tablets:
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For the treat of tuberculosis - TB:
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Adults and children 12 years of age and older 600 milligrams
- mg twice a week with an interval of not less than three days - seventy-two
hours between doses. Rifapentine must be taken with other medication to treat
tuberculosis.
-
Infants and children up to 12 years of age Use and dose must
be determined by your family doctor.
Missed dose If you do 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:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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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.
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Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.
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