rifampin

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ri·fam·pin

 (rĭ-făm′pĭn)
n.
A semisynthetic antibiotic, C43H58N4O12, that is derived from a form of rifamycin and interferes with bacterial RNA synthesis, used to treat tuberculosis and other bacterial infections. Also called rifampicin.
[rif(omycin) + a(mino-) + m(ethyl) + p(iperazine) + -in.]
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Noun1.rifampin - an antibacterial drug (trade names Rifadin and Rimactane) used to treat tuberculosis
Rifadin, Rimactane
antibacterial, antibacterial drug, bactericide - any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth
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rifampin

(USAN), rifampicin (INN) n rifampicina, rifampina
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This prospective observational study aimed to compare the incidences of hepatitis and side effects between a new 2-month combination regimen of isoniazid, rifampin and pyrazinamid (2HRZ) plus excipient and the standard 3-month regimen of isoniazid and rifapentine (3HP) for LTBI treatment in Taiwan.
New combination for patients with latent tuberculosis infection: A pilot study
30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- In pretreatment isolates of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, higher minimum inhibitory concentrations (MICs) of isoniazid and rifampin below the standard resistance breakpoint are associated with increased risk of relapse, according to a study published in the Aug.
MICs of Isoniazid, Rifampin May Predict Tuberculosis Relapse; Higher MIC in pretreatment M. tuberculosis isolates linked to relapse risk
[USA], July 1 (ANI): Turns out, higher dose of rifampin, an antibiotic to treat several types of bacterial infections, can kill more tuberculosis bacteria in sputum cultures without increasing the adverse effects of treatment.
Higher rifampin can be more effective to fight TB
Use of the genotype MTBDR assay for rapid detection of rifampin and isoniazid resistance in Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex isolates.
Molecular Characterization and Spoligotyping Analysis of Multi Drug Resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis from a High TB Endemic Area of Pakistan
Standardized antituberculosis drug regimens that include rifampin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol are the cornerstone of the global public health response to the tuberculosis epidemic [1].
A Pilot Study of Immune Activation and Rifampin Absorption in HIV-infected Patients without Tuberculosis Infection: A Short Report
He was initially started on rifampin and clarithromycin for possible Mycobacterium marinum.
Chronic Tenosynovitis due to Mycobacteria kansasii in an Immunocompetent Host
Therefore, the patient was initially started on methylPREDNISolone, INH, rifampin, and ethambutol.
Disseminated Granulomatous Disease from Intravesical Instillation of Bacillus Calmette-Guerin
Drug susceptibility testing indicated sensitivity to the standard first-line regimen of rifampin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol (RIPE).
Use of Asynchronous Video Directly Observed Therapy for Treatment of Tuberculosis and Latent Tuberculosis Infection in a Long-Term-Care Facility--Puerto Rico, 2016-2017
In addition, she was started on rifampin 450 mg/d, pyrazinamide 1000 mg/d, ethambutol 800 mg/d, and isoniazid (INH) 800 mg/d, as well as pyridoxine and intravenous dexamethasone.
Case report
Treatment with three months of rifampin and isoniazid was offered to patients with LTBI if there were no contraindications to treatment.
Is Universal Screening Necessary? Incidence of Tuberculosis among Tibetan Refugees Arriving in Calgary, Alberta
Treatment was begun with Isoniazid 300 mg daily, Rifampin 450 mg daily, Ethambutol 800 mg daily, and Pyrazinamide 1000 mg daily.
Immune Reconstitution Inflammatory Syndrome Occurring in a Kidney Transplant Patient with Extrapulmonary Tuberculosis
The WHO recommends doxycycline (200 mg/day) plus rifampin (600-900 mg/day) orally for six weeks for treating brucellosis.
A randomized, comparative study of dual therapy (doxycycline-rifampin) versus triple therapy (doxycycline-rifampin-levofloxacin) for treating acute/subacute brucellosis
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