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| Pronunciation |
 (RIF
am pin, eye soe NYE a zid, &
peer a ZIN a mide) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Rifater® |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Synonyms |
| Isoniazid, Rifampin, and Pyrazinamide; Pyrazinamide, Rifampin, and Isoniazid |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antibiotic, Miscellaneous |
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| Use |
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Management of active tuberculosis |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Oral: Patients weighing: 45-54 kg: 5 tablets greater than or equal to 55 kg: 6 tablets Doses should be administered in a single daily dose |
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| Dietary Considerations |
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Administer dose either 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal with a full glass of water |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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See individual agents. Pregnancy/breast-feeding precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to get pregnant. Consult prescriber if breast-feeding. |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet: Rifampin 120 mg, isoniazid 50 mg, and pyrazinamide 300 mg |
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