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Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid eliminates bacteria that cause tuberculosis (TB). It is generally used with other drugs to treat tuberculosis or to eliminate Neisseria meningitidis (a bacteria) and to prevent you from giving these infections to others. However, Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid is not used to treat Neisseria meningitidis infection. Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid comes as a capsule to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day. You will probably be taking it for at least 3 months and possibly for up to 2 years. Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid works best on an empty stomach; take it 1 hour before or at least 2 hours after a meal. If you have difficulty swallowing the capsule, you may empty its contents into applesauce or jelly. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take Rifamate containing Rifampin and Isoniazid exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. |