Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg

About Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg

Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg Uses

• Pulmonary tuberculosis treatment
• Extrapulmonary tuberculosis treatment
• Continuation phase of TB combination therapy
• Part of directly observed treatment (DOTS) programs

Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg formula

• Rifampicin 300mg
• Isoniazid 150mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg?

• Take on an empty stomach, at least one hour before food.
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water.
• Take at the same time every day without skipping doses.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.
• Do not stop treatment without your doctor's advice.

Drug Interactions

Rimactal-INH interacts with many common medicines, so inform your doctor about everything you take.

• Oral Contraceptives: Rifampicin reduces the effectiveness of birth control pills.
• Warfarin: Can reduce the blood-thinning effect of warfarin.
• Antifungal Medicines: Rifampicin lowers blood levels of drugs like ketoconazole.
• Alcohol: Increases the risk of liver damage when combined with Isoniazid.

Risks and warnings

• Liver Toxicity: Both ingredients can affect the liver, so regular liver function tests are needed.
• Orange Discoloration: Rifampicin turns urine, sweat and tears orange, which is harmless.
• Nerve Damage: Isoniazid can cause numbness or tingling in hands and feet without vitamin B6 supplementation.
• Alcohol Use: Drinking alcohol during treatment raises the risk of liver damage.
• Missed Doses: Irregular use can lead to drug-resistant tuberculosis.

Rimactal-INH tablet 300mg Side Effects

• Nausea or loss of appetite
• Orange-colored urine or sweat
• Tingling in hands or feet
• Skin rash or itching
• Yellowing of eyes or skin
• Fatigue or weakness

Storage Conditions

Store below 25°C in a dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.