Drugs | Common Uses | Some Potential Side Effects |
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Rifampin Rifabutin Rifapentine | Tuberculosis Tuberculosis (TB) Tuberculosis is a chronic contagious infection caused by the airborne bacteria Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It usually affects the lungs, but almost any organ can be involved. Tuberculosis... read more and infections related to tuberculosis Infections Caused by Bacteria Related to Tuberculosis (TB) Many species of mycobacteria exist. The species Mycobacterium tuberculosis is the one that causes tuberculosis. The other mycobacteria species that cause disease are discussed here. These... read more | Rash Liver dysfunction Gastrointestinal upset Red-orange discoloration of saliva, sweat, tears, and urine and of soft contact lenses Interactions with many drugs, often requiring changes in the dose |
Rifaximin | Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and flatulence |