Rifampin 600 Mg Intravenous Solution Rifamycins Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • An Abnormal Stool Color
  • Diarrhea
  • Discoloration Of The Saliva
  • Discolored Sweat
  • Sputum Discoloration
  • Stomach Cramps

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Indigestion
  • Inflammation Of The Skin Due To An Allergy
  • Itching

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Disease With Shrinking And Weaker Muscles Called Myopathy
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Blood Clotting Disorder Called Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
  • A Type Of Blood Disorder Where The Red Blood Cells Burst Called Hemolytic Anemia
  • A Type Of Inflammation Of The Lung Called Interstitial Pneumonitis
  • A Type Of Kidney Inflammation Called Interstitial Nephritis
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • A Type Of Skin Disorder Called Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis
  • A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Acquired Hemolytic Anemia, An Anemia Due To Destruction Of Red Cells
  • Anemia
  • Blockage Of Normal Bile Flow
  • Bronchospastic Lung Disease
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Decreased Blood-Clotting From Low Vitamin K
  • Decreased Function Of The Adrenal Gland
  • Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
  • Discoloration Of Teeth
  • Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Hemoglobinuria, A Condition Where Hemoglobin Is Present In The Urine
  • Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome, A Condition That Affects The Kidney And The Blood
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • Increased Risk Of Bleeding Due To Clotting Disorder
  • Inflammation Of The Blood Vessels
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Large Purple Or Brown Skin Blotches
  • Liver Damage
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Lung Tissue Problem
  • Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
  • Pemphigoid, A Blistering Skin Disorder
  • Porphyria
  • Renal Tubular Necrosis, A Kidney Disorder
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes
  • Thrombotic Microangiography
  • Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, A Type Of Blood Disorder
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In Vision
  • A Problem With Menstrual Periods
  • A Sore Throat
  • A Sore Tongue
  • Abnormal Color Of Urine
  • Behavioral Problems
  • Confusion
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Fever
  • Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
  • Flu-Like Symptoms
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Heartburn
  • Hives
  • Increased Eosinophils In The Blood
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Pain
  • Pink Eye
  • Puffy Face From Water Retention
  • Tear Discoloration
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
  • Vomiting

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