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Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of Rifacil 6 Tablet
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection. It also protects the nerves from the side effects that may occur during the course of the treatment.
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is a combination of mycolic acid inhibitors- INH, RNA polymerase inhibitors- rifamycins, and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine).
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is a combination of mycolic acid inhibitors- INH, RNA polymerase inhibitors- rifamycins, and vitamin B6 (pyridoxine).
Uses of Rifacil 6 Tablet
Benefits of Rifacil 6 Tablet
In Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB)
Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet helps treat tuberculosis by stopping the growth of bacteria causing infection. Your symptoms might improve after using Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet. However, make sure to complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Rifacil 6 Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Rifacil 6
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
- Fever
- Dark colored urine
- Sweating
- Increased sputum production
- Salivation
- Watery eyes
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Jaundice
How to use Rifacil 6 Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy or faint, have problems with vision or have other side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy or faint, have problems with vision or have other side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Rifacil 6 Tablet
- Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach but at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as Rifacil 6 Kid Tablet may decrease their effectiveness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it can enhance the dizziness.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Gumbo T. Chemotherapy of Tuberculosis, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease, and Leprosy. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.; 2011. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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