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R-Cin Suspension is used in combination with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB) and a variety of bacterial infections. It contains Rifampicin, which inhibits the growth of bacteria. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, tiredness, and loss of appetite. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Composition :

RIFAMPICIN-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About R-Cin Suspension

R-Cin Suspension is used in combination with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, legionnaires, brucellosis, Haemophilus influenzae, and other serious bacterial infections. Tuberculosis is an infectious respiratory disease that affects the lungs but can also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. R-Cin Suspension does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

R-Cin Suspension contains 'Rifampicin', which works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme called RNA polymerase, thereby killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Hence, it helps in effectively treating bacterial infections.

R-Cin Suspension should be taken on an empty stomach, either 30 minutes before food or 2 hours after food. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as nausea, vomiting, tiredness, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these side effects are mild and subside over time. However, if any of these effects persist, contact your doctor immediately.

Do not take R-Cin Suspension if you are allergic to any of its components. Talk to the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while taking R-Cin Suspension as it passes into breast milk. R-Cin Suspension may cause dizziness; hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines that require mental concentration. Keep the doctor informed about your medical condition and medications to prevent any interactions/side effects.

Uses of R-Cin Suspension

R-Cin Suspension is used to treat bacterial infections, especially those affecting the lungs and other organs. The detailed uses of R-Cin Suspension are as follows: <br/> • Treatment of tuberculosis (TB): Used as a first-line medicine in combination with other drugs to treat active pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis.<br/> • Treatment of leprosy: Used with other antimicrobials to treat Hansen’s disease (leprosy) effectively.<br/> • Treatment of brucellosis: Used in combination with other antibiotics to treat brucellosis, a bacterial infection spread by animals.<br/> • Treatment of legionnaires: Used as an adjunct to treat legionnaires, a severe lung infection.<br/> • Treatment of Haemophilus influenzae: R-Cin Suspension is used to treat Haemophilus influenzae, particularly in close contacts of individuals with invasive H. influenzae type b (Hib) disease.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Take R-Cin Suspension on an empty stomach, i.e., 30 minutes before or 2 hours after food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack.
  • Shake well before use. Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.

Medicinal Benefits

R-Cin Suspension is used in combination with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, legionnaires ' disease (severe lung infection), brucellosis (a bacterial infection spread from animals to humans), Haemophilus influenzae, and other serious bacterial infections. It contains Rifampicin, an anti-bacterial agent which works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme called RNA polymerase, thereby killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Hence, it helps in effectively treating bacterial infections.

How R-Cin Suspension Works

R-Cin Suspension contains 'rifampicin', which works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme called RNA polymerase, thereby killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Hence, it helps in effectively treating bacterial infections.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep R-Cin Suspension out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of R-Cin Suspension

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of R-Cin Suspension as it may cause an overdose. Symptoms of overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, itching, headache, tiredness, sleepiness, light-headedness, slurred speech, difficulty breathing, uneven/fast heartbeat, heart attack, fits, and swelling of the face, eyes or eyelids. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or experience any of these symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

R-Cin Suspension should be avoided if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding while using R-Cin Suspension as it passes into breast milk. R-Cin Suspension should be given to children only if prescribed by the paediatrician. R-Cin Suspension may cause dizziness, so avoid driving vehicles unless you are alert. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking darunavir with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can decrease the blood levels of darunavir, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between darunavir and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking pirfenidone with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can reduce the levels and effects of pirfenidone

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between pirfenidone and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking Voriconazole with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can increase blood level of Voriconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Voriconazole with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
When ranolazine is taken with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, it can reduce the blood levels and effects of ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between ranolazine and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
When Indinavir is taken with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, it can reduce the blood levels and effects of Indinavir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between indinavir and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
RifampicinSaquinavir
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How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking saquinavir with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between pyrazinamide and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, stomach pain, less desire to eat, nausea, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or dark urine, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking apixaban with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can decrease the blood levels of apixaban, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between apixaban and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking ethinylestradiol with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can decrease the blood levels of ethinylestradiol, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between R-Cin Suspension 200 ml and Ethinylestradiol, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Coadministration of Nintedanib with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can decrease the blood levels of nintedanib, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between nintedanib and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml:
Taking dolutegravir with R-Cin Suspension 200 ml can decrease the blood levels of dolutegravir, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between dolutegravir and R-Cin Suspension 200 ml, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Try to take foods rich in vitamin C, such as oranges, kiwis, broccoli, and bell peppers, which help in improving the immune system.
  • Avoid consuming processed and fried foods.
  • Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help provide relief from a cough.
  • Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine and beer.
  • Smoking and alcohol consumption should be avoided as they cause dizziness.
  • Drinking pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of a cough and a cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- BACTERIALS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

It is not advised to consume alcohol with R-Cin Suspension as it may increase the chances of liver damage.

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Pregnancy

Caution

R-Cin Suspension should be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Rifampicin may pass into breastmilk. Avoid breastfeeding during treatment with R-Cin Suspension .

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Driving

Caution

R-Cin Suspension may cause dizziness. In such cases, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel better.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver disease before using R-Cin Suspension . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney disease before using R-Cin Suspension . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

R-Cin Suspension is safe to be taken by children if prescribed by the doctor. The doctor may adjust the dose based on the age and weight of the child.

Have a query?

FAQs

R-Cin Suspension is used to treat tuberculosis (TB), leprosy, legionnaires, brucellosis, Haemophilus influenzae, and other serious bacterial infections.

R-Cin Suspension works by inactivating a bacterial enzyme called RNA polymerase, thereby killing the bacteria that cause the infection. Hence, it helps in effectively treating bacterial infections.

Do not stop taking R-Cin Suspension despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking R-Cin Suspension for as long as it has been prescribed by your doctor.

R-Cin Suspension is a bactericidal drug, which means it kills bacteria. It acts by blocking the activity of a bacterial enzyme called DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, which is essential for bacterial survival, thereby killing the bacteria.

No, R-Cin Suspension is not a penicillin, amoxicillin, or sulfa drug. It is an anti-bacterial agent.

R-Cin Suspension causes side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, headache, and tiredness. Most of these are temporary and do not require any medical attention, as they will gradually reduce over time. Please contact a doctor if these persist for longer periods.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer 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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