Rifampin
side effects, nutrient depletions, herbal interactions and health notes:
Data provided by Applied Health
• This drug may affect vitamin D levels and it may need to be supplemented.1
• Avoid alcohol2
• Rifampin can color body fluids, including urine a red/orange color.3
• Echinacea herb and root should not be used in diseases such as tuberculosis or autoimmune diseases.4
• St. John's Wort may interfere with this drug because both agents are metabolized by the cytochrome P-450 pathway.5
References1 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
1 Shils M, et al. (eds.). Modern nutrition in health and disease. 9th ed. Baltimore: Williams and Wilkins, 1999: 1634.
2 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
2 Pronsky, Z Food Medication Interactions, 11th edition, 1999
3 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
4 Blumenthal, M (Ed.): The Complete German Commission E Monographs: Therapeutic Guide to Herbal Medicines. American Botanical Council. Austin, TX. 1998
5 Yue QY, Bergquist C, GerdÈn B. Safety of St John's wort (Hypericum perforatum). Lancet 2000;355(9203).
5 Facts and Comparisons, Clinisphere 2.0, Wolters Kluwer Company, 2000
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The information in Drug Watch is provided as a courtesy to NewsTarget readers by Applied Health Solutions in cooperation with Healthway Solutions. Although the information is presented with scientific references, we do not wish to imply that this represents a comprehensive list of considerations about any specific drug, herb or nutrient. Nor should this information be considered a substitute for the advice of your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare practitioner. Please read the disclaimer about the intentions and limitations of the information provided on these pages. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other drugs and nutritional supplements that you are taking if they are recommending a new medication. Copyright © 2007 by Applied Health Solutions, Inc. All rights reserved.
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