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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Risorine Capsule is used to treat tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. It contains Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Piperine, which works by killing the bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis). Thus, it helps treat tuberculosis. Sometimes, this medication may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, weakness, muscle pain, heartburn, diarrhoea, and gas.

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Zydus Cadila

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ORAL

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Not Returnable

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About Risorine Capsule

Risorine Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs used to treat tuberculosis. Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow.

Risorine Capsule contains Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Piperine. Risorine Capsule works by killing the bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis). Thus, it helps treat tuberculosis.

In some cases, you may experience side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, headache, weakness, muscle pain, heartburn, diarrhoea, and gas. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding during treatment with Risorine Capsule . Risorine Capsule may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Risorine Capsule

Risorine Capsule is used in the treatment of tuberculosis (TB), a bacterial infection caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis. The detailed uses of Risorine Capsule are as follows:<br/>• Treats tuberculosis: Risorine Capsule helps eliminate TB-causing bacteria from the body and supports recovery from both pulmonary and extrapulmonary forms of the disease.<br/>

Directions for Use

• Take Risorine Capsule with or without food or as advised by a doctor.• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication, to ensure the safety.• Swallow the medicine as a whole with glass of water.• Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Risorine Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs used to treat tuberculosis. Risorine Capsule contains Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Piperine. Risorine Capsule works by killing the bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis). Thus, it helps treat tuberculosis.

How Risorine Capsule Works

Risorine Capsule contains Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Piperine. Risorine Capsule works by killing the bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis). Thus, it helps treat tuberculosis.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Risorine Capsule 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 Risorine Capsule

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. If you take more than prescribed dose accidentally, it may lead to unwanted effects such as tonic-clonic seizures, altered sensorium, renal, hepatic dysfunctions, and severe metabolic acidosis. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience these or think you have taken too much.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Risorine Capsule if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid breastfeeding as this medicine may pass into breast milk. Let the doctor know if you take other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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IsoniazidLomitapide
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Risorine Capsule:
When Lovastatin is taken with Risorine Capsule, can increase the risk of myopathy (muscles problems), including rhabdomyolysis (a condition that causes your muscles to break down, which leads to muscle death).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Risorine Capsule with Lovastatin is not recommended but can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it.
IsoniazidLomitapide
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How does the drug interact with Risorine Capsule:
When Lomitapide is taken with Risorine Capsule, Risorine Capsule may increase the blood levels of lomitapide which leads to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Risorine Capsule with Lomitapide is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, exhaustion, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, light stools, and skin or eye yellowing, decreased hunger, consult the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Risorine Capsule:
When Risorine Capsule is taken with Regorafenib, it can increase the levels of Regorafenib leading to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Regorafenib with Risorine Capsule is not recommended, it taken can be taken if prescribed by the doctor.
How does the drug interact with Risorine Capsule:
Taking darunavir with Risorine Capsule 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 Risorine Capsule, 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 Risorine Capsule:
Taking Voriconazole with Risorine Capsule can increase blood level of Voriconazole.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Voriconazole with Risorine Capsule, 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 Risorine Capsule:
When Indinavir is taken with Risorine Capsule, it can reduce the blood levels and effects of Indinavir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between indinavir and Risorine Capsule, 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 Risorine Capsule:
When ranolazine is taken with Risorine Capsule, it can reduce the blood levels and effects of ranolazine.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between ranolazine and Risorine Capsule, 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.
RifampicinSaquinavir
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How does the drug interact with Risorine Capsule:
Taking saquinavir with Risorine Capsule can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between pyrazinamide and Risorine Capsule, 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 Risorine Capsule:
Taking pirfenidone with Risorine Capsule can reduce the levels and effects of pirfenidone

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between pirfenidone and Risorine Capsule, 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 Risorine Capsule:
Co-administration of Risorine Capsule may considerably enhance the blood levels of Tizanidine, which may result in side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Tizanidine and Risorine Capsule, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop taking 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

  • Pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of cough and cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.
  • Foods rich in vitamin C, such as kiwi, broccoli, and bell pepper, help improve the immune system. 
  • Avoid processed and fried foods.
  • Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help relieve a cough.
  • Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer.
  • Quit smoking and avoid alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- TUBERCULOSIS
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption, as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant; your doctor will prescribe Risorine Capsule only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Risorine Capsule may pass into breast milk. Do not breastfeed while taking Risorine Capsule .

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Driving

Caution

Risorine Capsule may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult the doctor if you have liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Risorine Capsule in children.

Have a query?

FAQs

Risorine Capsule is used to treat Tuberculosis.

Risorine Capsule works by killing the bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which causes TB (tuberculosis).

Do not stop taking Risorine Capsule despite symptomatic relief. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Risorine Capsule for as long as it has been prescribed for you.

Risorine Capsule might decrease the effectiveness of oral contraceptives (birth control pills). Use a reliable barrier method of contraception such as condoms or the coil while taking Risorine Capsule . Consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

Risorine Capsule may cause discolouration of teeth, sweat, urine, sputum (phlegm), saliva, or tears. The colour in tears may last for some time, even after you stop taking Risorine Capsule . Do not worry, as it is a common side effect of Risorine Capsule .

Yes, Risorine Capsule might permanently stain soft contact lenses. Use spectacles and avoid wearing contact lenses while on treatment with Risorine Capsule .

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sarkhej-Dholka Road, Bhat, Ahmedabad-382 210, INDIA.
Other Info - RIS0060

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