# Rifapentine (Priftin)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/rifapentine
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Rifapentine?

Rifapentine (brand name: Priftin) is a rifamycin antimycobacterial. It is prescribed to treat tuberculosis, pulmonary, latent tuberculosis. Across the United States, 12 doctors prescribe Rifapentine to approximately 62 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Priftin

## Indications

Rifapentine is prescribed for the treatment of tuberculosis, pulmonary and latent tuberculosis.

## Conditions treated

- [Tuberculosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/tuberculosis)
- [Pulmonary](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pulmonary)
- [Latent Tuberculosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/latent-tuberculosis)

## Mechanism of action

Rifapentine, a cyclopentyl rifamycin, is an antimycobacterial agent  .

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Rifamycin Antimycobacterial [EPC]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

Blood and lymphatics Anemia 41 (11.4), 41 (11.4), Lymphopenia 38 (10.5), 37 (10.2), 27 (8.5), 24 (7.9), Respiratory Hemoptysis 27 (7.5), 186 (7.5%)

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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