Drug Class
antitubercular antibiotic
Type
ingredient
Active Ingredient
rifapentine
📋Overview
Rifapentine is an antibiotic that belongs to the rifamycin class of drugs. It is primarily used in the management of certain bacterial infections, most notably tuberculosis. Rifapentine works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, helping to control the spread of infection. It is often considered in situations where long-term antibiotic therapy is required.
📚References
Information from MedlinePlus.gov (NIH).
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