R-Cinex Z Tablet
Prescription Required
Introduction of R-Cinex Z Tablet
R-Cinex Z Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of tuberculosis. It prevents the growth of the microorganisms that cause the infection.
R-Cinex Z Tablet is a combination of isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and rifampicin.
R-Cinex Z Tablet is a combination of isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and rifampicin.
Uses of R-Cinex Z Tablet
Benefits of R-Cinex Z Tablet
In Tuberculosis (TB)
R-Cinex Z Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. 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.
Side effects of R-Cinex Z Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of R-Cinex Z
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
- Abdominal pain
- Skin rash
- Hepatitis (viral infection of liver)
- Lethargy
- Low blood platelets
- Thrombocytopenic purpura
- Cutaneous reactions
How to use R-Cinex Z Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. R-Cinex Z Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Avoid R-Cinex Z Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Avoid R-Cinex Z Tablet with tyramine-rich food such as cheese, smoked fish, meats and some types of beer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking R-Cinex Z Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
R-Cinex Z Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
R-Cinex Z Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
R-Cinex Z Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy or faint, have problems with vision or have other side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
You may feel dizzy or faint, have problems with vision or have other side effects that could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
R-Cinex Z Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of R-Cinex Z Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
R-Cinex Z Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of R-Cinex Z Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised before and after the start of the treatment.
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Quick tips
R-Cinex Z Tablet
- R-Cinex Z Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach but at the same time every day.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how R-Cinex Z Tablet affects you.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as this may increase the risk of side effects on the liver.
- Avoid taking hormone-based birth control methods as R-Cinex Z Tablet may decrease their effectiveness.
- Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking R-Cinex Z Tablet
Once A Day
85%
Twice A Day
15%
What are you using R-Cinex Z Tablet for?
Tuberculosis *
50%
Others
50%
*Tuberculosis (TB)
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using R-Cinex Z Tablet?
Peripheral ne*
100%
*Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand)
How do you take R-Cinex Z Tablet?
Empty stomach
100%
Please rate R-Cinex Z Tablet on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Gumbo T. Chemotherapy of Tuberculosis, Mycobacterium Avium Complex Disease, and Leprosy. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc.; 2011. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Pyrazinamide. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Rifampicin. [Accessed 09 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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