Antibiotic:
Rifampin
Indications:
- Tuberculosis
- Combination therapy Staph infections
- Meningococcal prophylaxis
- Non-tuberculous mycobacteria
- Leprosy
Adverse Reactions:
- GI upset
- Hepatitis
- Lupus like illness (rare)
Comments:
- Multiple drug interactions
- Rapid resistance if used as sole agent for Staphylococcal infections
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