Rifapentine (Systemic)

Brand Names : Priftin

Proper Use of This Medicine

The treatment of tuberculosis may take months or years to complete. It is very important that you comply with the full course of therapy .

Dosing - The dose of rifapentine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of rifapentine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For the treatment of tuberculosis (TB):
    • Adults and children 12 years of age and older - 600 milligrams (mg) twice a week with an interval of not less than three days (seventy-two hours) between doses. Rifapentine must be taken with other medicines to treat tuberculosis.
    • Infants and children up to 12 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you do miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. If this medicine is taken on an irregular schedule, side effects may occur more often and may be more serious than usual . If you have any questions about this, check with your health care professional.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.