MACOX PLUS 150MG TABLET
Rs.12.60for 1 strip(s) (6 tablets each)
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alcohol
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Avoid Macox plus 150mg tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
UNSAFE
Macox plus 150mg tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).
UNSAFE
Macox plus 150mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
WEIGH RISKS VS. BENEFITS
Macox plus 150mg tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE
SALT INFORMATION FOR MACOX PLUS
Rifampicin(150mg)
Uses
Rifampicin is used in the treatment of tuberculosis (tb) and leprosy.
How it works
Rifampicin is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that cause infections.
Common side effects
Skin rash, Nausea, Vomiting, Chills, Muscle pain
Isoniazid(100mg)
Uses
Isoniazid is used in the treatment of tuberculosis (tb)
How it works
Isoniazid is an antibiotic. It works by killing the bacteria that causes tuberculosis.
Common side effects
Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Increased liver enzymes, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Jaundice
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Expert advice FOR MACOX PLUS
- Rifampin interacts with many drugs. Please inform your doctor about all the medication you are currently taking to avoid interactions that may reduce effectiveness of any treatment or aggravate side effects.
- Do consult your doctor before taking rifampin if you wear contact lenses. Using rifampin may permanently stain your contact lenses.
- Taking rifampin may produce a brownish-red coloration of the urine, sweat, sputum and tears. This is not a harmful effect.
- Do consult your doctor before taking rifampin if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
- Do consult your doctor if you are taking oral contraceptive medications for birth control. Your doctor may ask you to use other means of birth control (eg. condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy while taking rifampin.
- Do consult your doctor before taking rifampin if you are breast-feeding.
- Do consult your doctor before taking rifampin if you are aged 65 years or above.
- If you take rifampin irregularly or if daily administration is resumed after a drug free interval, you may experience ‘flu syndrome’ (includes episodes of fever, chills, headache, dizziness, and bone pain).
- Rifampin should preferably be taken in the morning before breakfast. Taking rifampin with food is known to delay its absorption (process by which the active drug reaches the affected site in the body via blood circulation) thereby, hampering its effectiveness.
- Do not stop taking rifampin without consulting your doctor.
Frequently asked questions FOR MACOX PLUS
Rifampicin
Q. Is rifampin and rifampicin same?
Yes. Rifampin (nomenclature in the United States) and rifampicin (nomenclature in Britain) is the same antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy
Q. Is rifampin a penicillin/amoxicillin/sulfa drug?
No. Rifampin is an antibiotic commonly used in the treatment of tuberculosis and leprosy. It has a structure and mechanism of action different from penicillin or amoxicillin (amoxicillin belongs to the class of penicillin antibiotics). The chemical structure and mechanism of action of rifampin is different from sulfa drugs
Q. Is rifampin bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Rifampin is a bactericidal drug. It acts by blocking the activity of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-dependent RNA polymerase which essential for important life processes in the bacteria, thereby killing the bacteria
Isoniazid
Q. Is isoniazid an antibiotic?
Isoniazid is an antibiotic used in the prevention and treatment of tuberculosis or TB (a serious infection caused by bacteria that affects the lungs and in certain cases other parts of the body)
Q. Is isoniazid chemotherapy/chemotherapy drug?
Isoniazid is a primary antibiotic used for treatment of tuberculosis. Do not confuse it with chemotherapy or chemo drugs used for the treatment of cancer
Q. Is isoniazid bacteriostatic or bactericidal?
Isoniazid is a bacteriostatic antibiotic. It stops or suppresses growth of tuberculosis causing bacteria by interfering with the formation of protective outer covering (cell wall) which is essential for their growth
