Priftin - Rifapentine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Priftin.
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Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat tuberculosis in combination with other TB antibiotics.

Read Before Using Priftin (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your entire medical history, including.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea and vomiting may occur.
• If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Report promptly.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth as directed, usually twice weekly with no less than 3 days between doses initially, followed by once weekly treatment.
• This drug is best taken with food.
• Total length of treatment varies according to your condition and response to therapy, but 6 months or more is generally required to cure the infection.
• It is important to take the other antibiotics that have been prescribed for your condition, and vitamins (such as B6) if so directed.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by taking the medication at about the same time on the same day(s) each week as directed.
• Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after a few days or weeks.
• Stopping any of your TB medications too early may allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.

Priftin Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15-30 degrees C) away from heat, light and moisture.
• Do not freeze.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Priftin Miscellaneous Notes

• This medication has been prescribed for your current condition only.
• Do not use it later for another infection or give it to others.
• A different medication may be needed in those cases.
• Laboratory and/or medical tests will be performed to monitor for side effects or response to treatment.