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

For rifampin: Leprosy Leprosy Leprosy is a chronic infection usually caused by the bacteria Mycobacterium leprae or Mycobacterium lepromatosis. It results in damage primarily to the peripheral nerves (the nerves... 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