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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
Last Updated Aug 20, 2024 | 12:55 PM IST

About RCINEX Z KID TABLET

RCINEX Z KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called 'anti-tuberculosis drugs' primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Also known as TB, Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. RCINEX Z KID TABLET does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

RCINEX Z KID TABLET is a combination of three anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, Isoniazid and Pyrazinamide. Rifampicin inhibits DNA-dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Pyrazinamide inhibits the growth of the bacteria. Together, RCINEX Z KID TABLET kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

Take RCINEX Z KID TABLET as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as weakness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and joint or muscle pain. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer, while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as they might cause interaction. Maintain a gap of one hour between RCINEX Z KID TABLET and antacid medicines. Consult your doctor before taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it passes into breast milk. 

Uses of RCINEX Z KID TABLET

Tuberculosis

Medicinal Benefits

RCINEX Z KID TABLET is a combination of three anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Pyrazinamide. RCINEX Z KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Rifampicin inhibits DNA dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Pyrazinamide inhibits the growth of the bacteria. Together, RCINEX Z KID TABLET kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Take it on an empty stomach, i.e., 30 minutes before food or 2 hours after food. Swallow it as a whole; do not crush or chew it.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in a teaspoonful of boiled and cooled water before administration.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of RCINEX Z KID TABLET

  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Joint or muscle pain

Drug Warnings

Do not take RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have jaundice, or if you are taking HIV medicines (saquinavir or ritonavir). Before starting RCINEX Z KID TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as they might cause interaction. Maintain a gap of one hour between RCINEX Z KID TABLET and antacid medicines. Consult your doctor before taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it passes into breast milk. RCINEX Z KID TABLET may cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it could lead to increased liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any interactions.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: RCINEX Z KID TABLET may interact with an antibiotic (erythromycin), pain killer (acetaminophen), anti-diabetic (insulin isophane), anti-HIV (saquinavir, ritonavir), supplement (ergocalciferol).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as they might cause interaction.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), peripheral neuropathy (numbness and pain in hands and feet), porphyria, haemodialysis, diabetes, gout (high uric acid), liver toxicity, dialysis, optic neuritis (vision problems), kidney or liver dysfunction.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • INSULIN ISOPHANE
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • ERGOCALCIFEROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of cough and cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.
  • Foods rich in vitamin C, such as kiwi, broccoli, and bell pepper, helps in improving the immune system. 
  • Avoid processed and fried foods.
  • Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help relieve cough.
  • Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer.
  • Quit smoking and avoid alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

  • RCINEX Z KID TABLET may affect test results of some blood tests such as tests for folate, vitamin B12, and liver function. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET.
  • Your doctor may advise you to get regular liver tests while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET to check how your liver is functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that affects the lungs, but it could also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a contagious disease which can spread to others through small droplets released into the air by a person suffering from tuberculosis. Symptoms include a cough that lasts for a few weeks, pain while coughing or with normal breathing, unexplained fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite and weight. People who smoke or consume alcohol, people diagnosed with HIV, and immune system problems are more likely at risk of developing active TB.

About RCINEX Z KID TABLET

RCINEX Z KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called 'anti-tuberculosis drugs' primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Also known as TB, Tuberculosis is an infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis that mainly affects the lungs, but it can also spread to other body parts such as kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. RCINEX Z KID TABLET does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

RCINEX Z KID TABLET is a combination of three anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, Isoniazid and Pyrazinamide. Rifampicin inhibits DNA-dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Pyrazinamide inhibits the growth of the bacteria. Together, RCINEX Z KID TABLET kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

Take RCINEX Z KID TABLET as prescribed. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as weakness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and joint or muscle pain. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer, while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as they might cause interaction. Maintain a gap of one hour between RCINEX Z KID TABLET and antacid medicines. Consult your doctor before taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it passes into breast milk. 

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type

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Return Policy

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Expires on or after

Apr-24

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Uses of RCINEX Z KID TABLET

Tuberculosis

Medicinal Benefits

RCINEX Z KID TABLET is a combination of three anti-tuberculosis drugs, namely: Rifampicin, Isoniazid, and Pyrazinamide. RCINEX Z KID TABLET belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tuberculosis drugs primarily used to treat tuberculosis. Rifampicin inhibits DNA dependent RNA polymerase activity in the bacteria. Isoniazid inhibits the biosynthesis of mycolic acid, which is the major component of the cell wall. Pyrazinamide inhibits the growth of the bacteria. Together, RCINEX Z KID TABLET kills Mycobacterium tuberculosis which causes TB (tuberculosis).

Side Effects of RCINEX Z KID TABLET

  • Weakness
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Joint or muscle pain

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Take it on an empty stomach, i.e., 30 minutes before food or 2 hours after food. Swallow it as a whole; do not crush or chew it.Dispersible tablet: Disperse the tablet in a teaspoonful of boiled and cooled water before administration.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you have jaundice, or if you are taking HIV medicines (saquinavir or ritonavir). Before starting RCINEX Z KID TABLET, please inform your doctor if you have diabetes, epilepsy, gout, mental health problems, HIV infection, malnutrition, peripheral neuropathy, porphyria, bleeding problems, kidney or liver problems. Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as they might cause interaction. Maintain a gap of one hour between RCINEX Z KID TABLET and antacid medicines. Consult your doctor before taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET if you are pregnant. Avoid breastfeeding while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it passes into breast milk. RCINEX Z KID TABLET may cause dizziness, and vision problems, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET as it could lead to increased liver damage. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you are taking to rule out any interactions.

Therapeutic Class

ANTI- TUBERCULOSIS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • ACETAMINOPHEN
  • INSULIN ISOPHANE
  • SAQUINAVIR
  • RITONAVIR
  • ERGOCALCIFEROL

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Pineapple juice might help soothe the symptoms of cough and cold. It also has anti-inflammatory and mucolytic properties.
  • Foods rich in vitamin C, such as kiwi, broccoli, and bell pepper, helps in improving the immune system. 
  • Avoid processed and fried foods.
  • Warm ginger tea or warm soup can help relieve cough.
  • Avoid foods and drinks containing histamine or tyramine, such as cured meat, matured cheese, soya, tuna, salmon, mackerel, wine, and beer.
  • Quit smoking and avoid alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • RCINEX Z KID TABLET may affect test results of some blood tests such as tests for folate, vitamin B12, and liver function. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET.
  • Your doctor may advise you to get regular liver tests while taking RCINEX Z KID TABLET to check how your liver is functioning.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Tuberculosis (TB): Tuberculosis is an infectious disease that affects the lungs, but it could also spread to other body parts such as the kidneys, brain, spine, and bone marrow. Tuberculosis is caused by a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis. It is a contagious disease which can spread to others through small droplets released into the air by a person suffering from tuberculosis. Symptoms include a cough that lasts for a few weeks, pain while coughing or with normal breathing, unexplained fatigue, fever, night sweats, loss of appetite and weight. People who smoke or consume alcohol, people diagnosed with HIV, and immune system problems are more likely at risk of developing active TB.