Ributin Capsule

Tuberculosis with HIV infection

In Tuberculosis with HIV infection Ributin Capsule helps treat Mycobacterium avium complex disease (MAC; a bacterial infection that may cause serious symptoms) in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection. It kills as well as stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor?s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Rash, Fever, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased white blood cell count']

Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ributin Capsule is to be taken empty stomach. Avoid Ributin Capsule with acidic food and beverages such as sugar, certain dairy products, fish, processed foods, fresh meats and processed meats,sodas and other sweetened beverages.

Ributin Capsule works by inhibiting an enzyme DNA-dependent RNA polymerase in bacteria, leading to the suppression of RNA synthesis that is required for survival and this leads to cell death of infection-causing bacteria. This helps treat Mycobacterium avium complex disease (tuberculosis) in patients with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Ributin Capsule . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Ributin Capsule is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

Safe when prescribed by an expert: Ributin Capsule is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE - Ributin Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Caution Advised: Ributin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ributin Capsule may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

Liver

Caution Advised: Ributin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ributin Capsule may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.

If a dose of Ributin Capsule is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Ributin Capsule is used to treat tuberculosis in patients with HIV. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, pain in the chest, swelling of eyelids, face, or lips, rash or itching. Taking Ributin Capsule may change the color of your urine to red/orange. You may also experience coloring of the skin and other body fluids and also of soft contact lenses. You may be regularly monitored with blood tests and chest X-rays to check that you do not have active tuberculosis or any other mycobacterial disease. You may also undergo regular eye examinations while using Ributin Capsule. Use non-hormonal birth control techniques (condom, diaphragm with spermicide) to prevent pregnancy, as Ributin Capsule can make birth control pills less effective.

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