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Rifamycins

Rifamycins are used to treat tuberculosis, skin infections, hepatic encephalopathy, diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome. They work by killing the bacteria causing the infections.

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Rifamycins are used to treat tuberculosis, traveler's diarrhea, and irritable bowel syndrome. They also have other uses, such as preventing meningitis. Rifamycins work by stopping bacteria from making enzymes that are essential for their growth and survival. These medications come in different forms, including oral pills and injections. Examples include rifampin (Rifadin), rifaximin (Xifaxan), and rifabutin (Mycobutin).

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Rifadin (rifampin)

as low as$56

RIFAMPIN prevents and treats tuberculosis and other infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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Mycobutin (rifabutin)

as low as$268

RIFABUTIN prevents infections caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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Xifaxan

as low as$2,804

Xifaxan (rifaximin) is used to treat traveler's diarrhea and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea. It is also used to prevent hepatic encephalopathy, a brain disorder that can occur due to severe liver disease. Xifaxan is a rifamycin which works by killing bacteria that causes infection. The most common form of Xifaxan is a 550mg tablet. It is also available as a 200mg tablet. There are currently no generic alternatives for Xifaxan. It is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

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Priftin

as low as$135

RIFAPENTINE treats tuberculosis (TB), an infection caused by bacteria. It belongs to a group of medications called antibiotics. It will not treat colds, the flu, or infections caused by viruses.

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Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.