It is generally used in combination with other antituberculosis agents to prevent bacteria from becoming resistant to the drug. Rifampin may also be used to treat other types of infections.
Rifampin is commercially available as capsules and is usually taken once a day.
Your dosage regimen is . The intravenous form of rifampin is an investigational drug in Canada. If you miss a dose of rifampin, take it as soon as possible. If you remember your missed dose close to the time for your next dose, then take only the regularly scheduled dose. Do not double your dose.