1. Overview
This medicine is used to treat tuberculosis (TB), a bacterial infection that usually affects the lungs. It combines two antibiotics to effectively fight the bacteria that cause TB and help prevent the infection from spreading.
2. How It Works
- One ingredient kills the TB bacteria by stopping them from making essential proteins.
- The other prevents the bacteria from multiplying, helping the immune system clear the infection.
Together, they work to eliminate TB bacteria and support recovery from the disease.
3. Common Uses
- Active tuberculosis treatment
- Prevention of TB in high-risk patients (under medical guidance)
- Part of combination therapy for multi-drug TB
4. Key Benefits
- Effective dual-action treatment against TB bacteria
- Supports faster recovery from TB
- Helps reduce the risk of drug resistance when used correctly
- Convenient fixed-dose combination in a single tablet
5. Safety & Precautions
- Take only as prescribed by a healthcare professional
- Regular liver function tests may be required
- May cause mild side effects like nausea, orange-colored urine, or fatigue
- Avoid alcohol to reduce the risk of liver damage
- Inform your doctor of any liver or kidney problems before starting treatment
6. Scientific Literature (External Links)
- Rifampicin in Tuberculosis Treatment: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21425710/
- Isoniazid – Mechanism and Efficacy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22037028/
- Fixed-Dose Combinations for TB: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19634847/
These details are compiled from publicly available scientific sources. MYMEDS.MD is not liable for clinical interpretation. Please consult a licensed medical practitioner for personalised guidance.