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Rifampin (Generic) Capsules, also known by the brand name Rifadin, are used to treat bacterial infections. This antimicrobial medication may also be used to help treat fungal and viral infections. Most commonly, this medication is used to treat a certain infection in horses and is occasionally used to treat specific types of infections in felines and canines.
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Specifications
Item Number | 352781 |
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Administration Form | Oral |
For Use With | Dogs, Cats & Horses |
Product Form | Capsule |
Health Condition | Skin Infections |
Drug Type | Antibiotic |
Uses
Antimicrobial with activity against a variety of microbes (Rhodococcus spp, mycobacteria, staphylococci); has some antifungal & antiviral activity as well.
Possible Side Effects
Rifampin can cause red-orange colored urine, tears, sweat, and saliva. There are no harmful consequences from this effect. A retrospective study in dogs found that at dosages ranging from 2.9 � 16 mg/kg/day, 16% of treated dogs showed adverse effects including vomiting (7%), anorexia (6%), and lethargy (4%).4 Commonly used dosages can cause increased liver enzymes (ALT) in ?25% of treated dogs.4 Hepatitis has been reported in some treated dogs. Some have suggested that daily PO doses not exceed 10 mg/kg in dogs to reduce chances for hepatopathy. If using in cats for mycobacterial infections, signs of liver dysfunction including inappetence, vomiting, or jaundice may occur. Hepatopathy can be fatal.
Drug & Food Interactions
Rifampin is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to it or other rifamycins. It should be used with caution in patients with preexisting hepatic dysfunction. Dogs may be more susceptible to hepatotoxicity than some other species. Small animals should be closely monitored for signs of hepatopathy.
Precautions
It should be used with caution in patients with preexisting hepatic dysfunction.
Ingredients
Rifampin
Recommended Dosage
Follow your veterinarian's advice for dosage instructions
Storage Instructions
Talk to your veterinarian or refer to the packaging insert for specific storage instructions.
How is this medication useful?
Rifampin is used most commonly to treat resistant staphylococcal infections in dogs and, in combination with other drugs, to treat pneumonia (foals) or other serious infections (eg, leprosy and tuberculosis).The FDA (U.S. Food& Drug Administration) has approved this drug for use in humans but it is not officially approved for use in animals. The FDA allows veterinarians to prescribe products containing this drug in different species or for other conditions in certain situations. You and your veterinarian can discuss why this drug is the most appropriate choice.
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