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In-stock 1 Kit in 1 packet
9.16

NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol

USED FOR:
Tuberculosis (TB)

COMPOSITION:
Rifampicin (450mg) + Isoniazid (300mg) + Ethambutol (800mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
anti infectives

Related Warnings
CAUTION
Alcohol
CAUTION

RF HE Kit may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heartbeat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure with alcohol (Disulfiram reactions).

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

RF HE Kit 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.

SAFE
Lactation
SAFE

RF HE Kit is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

Do not drive unless you are feeling well.RF HE Kit occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

RF HE Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of RF HE Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

RF HE Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of RF HE Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Rifampicin+Isoniazid+Ethambutol   450mg + 300mg + 800mg

Uses of RF HE Kit
RF HE Kit is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.

How to use RF HE Kit
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. RF HE Kit may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Avoid RF HE Kit with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.

How RF HE Kit works
RF HE Kit is a combination of three medicines: Rifampicin, isoniazid and ethambutol which treat tuberculosis. Rifampicin works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme (RNA-polymerase) which is required by TB bacteria to make essential proteins and to reproduce, while isoniazid prevents these bacteria from forming their own protective covering. Together, they kill the bacteria and eradicate the infection. Ethambutol, on the other hand works by slowing the growth of these bacteria.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Fever, Dark colored urine, Sweating, Increased sputum production, Salivation, Teary eyes, Increased liver enzymes, Jaundice, Visual impairment, Increased uric acid level in blood, Gout, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand).