Rifadin IV

In Depth

Generic Name: RIFAMPIN - INJECTION
Pronounced: (riff-AM-pin)

Rifadin IV Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include swelling face/eyes, whole-body itching, orange/red discoloration of skin/eyes, nausea/vomiting, stomach/abdominal pain, increasing tiredness, fainting.

Rifadin IV Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

If you are using this drug on a longer schedule (e.g., twice weekly) and miss a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately to establish a new dosing schedule.

Rifadin IV Notes

Do not share this medication with others.

Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., LFTs, bilirubin, serum creatinine, complete blood count) may be done before starting this medication and during treatment to monitor your progress or check for side effects.

Rifadin IV Storage

Store the unmixed injection vials away from light and moisture. Avoid high heat (above 104 degrees F or 40 degrees C). After mixing the vials, the solution is further mixed with another solution. Do not use if you notice any precipitate in the solution. Consult your pharmacist for details. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company for more details about how to safely discard your product.