Rifapentine: how to take it safely
Priftin
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats and prevents tuberculosis (TB).
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Swallow with water.
- Take it exactly as prescribed, often once a week for prevention.
When to take it
Take it on the days your doctor told you.
Take it with
With food.
What to avoid
- Missing doses.
- Alcohol.
- Hormonal contraceptives will not work well. Use another method.
- Tell your pharmacist about other medicines you take.
Possible side effects
Orange-red urine, sweat and tears (harmless), nausea, headache.
Get help if
Yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, severe rash or fever: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.