Rifadin syrup 100mg / 5ml

About Rifadin syrup 100mg / 5ml

Rifadin Syrup Uses

• Treatment of pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis in children
• Part of combination therapy for latent TB infection prevention
• Treatment of leprosy along with other anti leprosy drugs
• Prevention of meningococcal disease in close contacts

Rifadin Syrup Benefits

• Kills TB bacteria fast and lowers the risk of spreading infection to others
• Easy to dose for children who cannot swallow tablets
• Works well when combined with other TB drugs to prevent resistance

Rifampicin belongs to the rifamycin group of antibiotics. Doctors in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly prescribe Rifadin syrup for pediatric TB patients who struggle with tablets. Government TB centers across Pakistan also stock rifampicin based regimens for children under the national TB program.

The syrup form allows accurate weight based dosing, which matters most in young children. TB treatment in Pakistan usually runs for six months and needs strict daily adherence. Parents should track each dose on a calendar or reminder app to avoid missed doses during the intensive phase.

Rifadin syrup is combined with isoniazid, pyrazinamide and ethambutol during the intensive phase. Missing doses raises the risk of drug resistant TB, so parents should follow the prescribed schedule closely. Routine follow up visits with a pulmonologist help confirm the infection is responding well.

Drug Class

• Rifamycin antibiotic

Rifadin syrup 100mg / 5ml formula

• Rifampicin

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Rifadin syrup 100mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each dose
• Measure the exact dose with the oral syringe or cup provided
• Give on an empty stomach, one hour before or two hours after food
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early
• Store away from direct sunlight and heat

Drug Interactions

• Oral Contraceptives: Rifampicin lowers the effectiveness of birth control pills, so an alternate method is advised.
• Warfarin: It speeds up warfarin breakdown and can reduce its blood thinning effect.
• Antifungal Drugs: Levels of drugs like ketoconazole can drop significantly with rifampicin.
• HIV Medicines: Rifampicin interacts with several protease inhibitors and needs dose adjustment.

Risks and warnings

• Liver Function: Rifampicin can affect liver enzymes, so doctors monitor liver function during long term use.
• Orange Discoloration: It turns urine, sweat, tears and saliva orange red, which is harmless but can stain soft contact lenses.
• Drug Resistance: Skipping doses or stopping early can lead to drug resistant tuberculosis.
• Pregnancy: Use only if the benefit outweighs the risk, and only under a specialist's supervision.
• Allergic Reaction: Stop the syrup and seek care if rash, swelling or breathing difficulty occurs.

Side Effects

• Orange red discoloration of urine and body fluids
• Nausea and stomach upset
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Skin rash or itching
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes in rare cases
• Flu like symptoms with high doses

Storage Conditions

Store Rifadin syrup below 25 degrees Celsius in a cool, dry place. Keep the bottle tightly closed and away from direct sunlight. Discard any leftover syrup after the expiry date on the label.