Ributin Capsule
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Product introduction
Ributin Capsule is an antibiotic, used in the treatment of tuberculosis with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) infection. It helps to fight germs (bacteria) called mycobacteria, which cannot be destroyed by other antibiotics in people who have a weaker immunity.
It is an antibiotic.
It is an antibiotic.
Uses of Ributin Capsule
- Tuberculosis with HIV infection
Benefits of Ributin Capsule
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.
Side effects of Ributin Capsule
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 Ributin
- Nausea
- Rash
- Fever
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Decreased white blood cell count
How to use Ributin Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. 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.
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.
How Ributin Capsule works
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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ributin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
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 IF PRESCRIBED
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
Ributin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ributin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Ributin Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ributin Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Macrolactams
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Ributin Capsule
Once A Day
89%
Twice A Day
11%
What are you using Ributin Capsule for?
Tuberculosis *
67%
Tuberculosis *
33%
*Tuberculosis with HIV infection, Tuberculosis (TB)
How much was the improvement?
Average
78%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Ributin Capsule?
Muscle pain
100%
How do you take Ributin Capsule?
Empty stomach
100%
Please rate Ributin Capsule on price
Average
100%
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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
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- Chambers HF, Deck DH. Antimycobacterial Drugs. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 829.
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1212-13.
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Marketer details
Name: Lupin Ltd
Address: Lupin Ltd, 3rd floor Kalpataru Inspire, Off. W E Highway, Santacruz (East), Mumbai 400 055. India
Country of origin: India
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