RIFACEPT 3 TAB

Overview

RIFACEPT 3 TAB is a Schedule H antibiotic.

RIFACEPT 3 TAB is composed of: PYRAZINAMIDE (375.0 MG), RIFAMPICIN (150.0 MG), ISONIAZID (100.0 MG), VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) (3.5 MG)

Pyrazinamide is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Pyrazinamide is used to treat tuberculosis (TB) in adults and children. Pyrazinamide must be used with other TB medicines. Tuberculosis can become resistant to treatment if pyrazinamide is used alone.

Rifampicin is an antibiotic. It works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by bacteria to make essential proteins and to reproduce. Rifampicin is used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy.
Isoniazid is an antibiotic that fights bacteria. Isoniazid is used to treat and to prevent tuberculosis (TB). You may need to take other TB medicines in combination with isoniazid. When treating active TB, isoniazid must be used with other TB medicines. Tuberculosis can become resistant to treatment if isoniazid is used alone.

Usage

PYRAZINAMIDE is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis

RIFAMPICIN is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis, Leprosy

ISONIAZID is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

RIFACEPT 3 TAB is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for RIFACEPT 3 TAB and its Constituents

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, diabetes, gout, high uric acid level in the blood, alcoholism, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking this medication. Avoid live vaccination during treatment period.

It is best taken on an empty stomach. If you get an upset stomach, try taking it with small portions of food. Your urine, tears and other secretions may become orange-red in colour. Avoid using contact lenses since they may become discolored. Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as Rifampicin may decrease their effectiveness.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of diabetes, nerve problems (because of the increased incidence of peripheral neuropathy with Isoniazid), kidney, HIV, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid consuming tyramine containing food items such as cheese, red wine, beer, certain meats and sausages, liver, sour cream. Otherwise it may cause high blood pressure. Monitor liver function and blood sugar level regularly while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ISONIAZID over-dosage can result in: Vomit, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Slurred Speech, Eyes Blurred Vision, Hallucinations, Difficulty Breathing, Increased Thirst, Frequent Urination, Fruity Odor On Breath

Common Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Arms Joint Pain
RIFAMPICIN : Head Headache, Dizziness, Vomit, Nausea, Fever, Chills
ISONIAZID : Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness), Hands Numbness, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Serious Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine

Rare Side-Effects

PYRAZINAMIDE : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing
ISONIAZID : Skin Rash, Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Pain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Throat Soreness, Mood Swings

Technical Classification

PYRAZINAMIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
RIFAMPICIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
ISONIAZID is categorized as: HYDRAZIDE DERIVATIVES / ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Available Alternatives for RIFACEPT 3 TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

RIFACEPT 3 TAB

INR 54 for 10 TABLETS

PYRAZINAMIDE 375.0 MG, RIFAMPICIN 150.0 MG, ISONIAZID 100.0 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 3.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CX 5 TAB	INR 15.83 for 5 TABLETS	VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE
MYCODOT 4 KIT	INR 58.48 for 16 KIT	RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE , VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE)
MYCODOT KIT	INR 20.11 for 10 KIT	PYRAZINAMIDE 450.0 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 300.0 MG, ISONIAZID 300.0 MG, RIFAMPICIN 5.0 MG
MYCODOT Z KIT	INR 45.69 for 13 KIT	ISONIAZID , PYRAZINAMIDE , VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN
RIFACT Z KID TAB	INR 14.71 for 12 TABLETS	VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID
RIPE FORTE KIT	INR 19 for 1 KIT	PYRAZINAMIDE 1500.0 MG, ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 800.0 MG, RIFAMPICIN 600.0 MG, ISONIAZID 300.0 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 10.0 MG
RIPE KIT	INR 14.3 for 1 KIT	PYRAZINAMIDE 1500.0 MG, ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 800.0 MG, RIFAMPICIN 450.0 MG, ISONIAZID 300.0 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 10.0 MG
RIPE-FD TAB	INR 35 for 4 TABLETS	PYRAZINAMIDE 750.0 MG, ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 400.0 MG, RIFAMPICIN 225.0 MG, ISONIAZID 150.0 MG, VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) 10.0 MG
SCC 4 PLUS POUCH	INR 12.4 for 1 POUCH	VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE
SUNIDOT KIT	INR 21.58 for 1 KIT	ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE , PYRAZINAMIDE , RIFAMPICIN , VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE)
WOKEX 4 KIT	INR 9.93 for 1 KIT	ISONIAZID , VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE
WOKEX 4 PLUS TAB	INR 25 for 5 TABLETS	VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN , PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE
WOKEXY FD TAB	INR 19.67 for 10 TABLETS	PYRAZINAMIDE , ISONIAZID , ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE , VITAMIN B6 (PYRIDOXINE) , RIFAMPICIN