Rifabutin Oral

In Depth

Uses and How to Use
Dosage and Storage
Precautions and Side Effects
Drug Interactions

Generic Name: RIFABUTIN - ORAL
Pronounced: (rye-fuh-BYOU-tin)

Rifabutin Oral Side Effects

Upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, gas, change in ability to taste, or headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

change in skin color
fever
chills
new cough
persistent sore throat
easy bleeding/bruising
weakness/tiredness
fast heartbeat at rest
pale skin
fast breathing at rest

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

muscle aches
persistent nausea
vomiting
weakness
tiredness
stomach/abdominal pain
dark urine
yellowing eyes/skin
eye/vision problems

Tears, saliva, stool, sweat, and urine may be colored brown-orange. This effect is harmless, but clothing, dentures, and contact lenses may become permanently stained.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

rash
itching
swelling
severe dizziness
trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Rifabutin Oral Medical Alert

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