What Is Rifampicin?

Possible Uses

Rifampicin seems to treat tuberculosis. However, patients may need to take it alongside other medications. Some patients appear to take it as a prevention method. This drug may prevent meningitis in certain individuals as well. Specifically, it may help those with Neisseria meningitidis bacteria in their throat or nose. This medication seems to help stop patients from spreading the bacteria to others. However, it does not appear to be appropriate to treat the symptoms of meningitis. Other possible uses may include leprosy, joint infections, and bacteremia.

This medication may help treat some nervous system infections as well. Two examples appear to be brain abscesses and encephalitis. Sometimes, doctors seem to prescribe this drug 'off-label' for itching when it results from liver disease. Of course, there may be many more possible uses for this medication.

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