Rifabutin

Generic Name
Rifabutin
Brand Names
Mycobutin, Talicia
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C46H62N4O11
CAS Number
72559-06-9
Unique Ingredient Identifier
1W306TDA6S
Background

A broad-spectrum antibiotic that is being used as prophylaxis against disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex infection in HIV-positive patients.

Indication

For the prevention of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with advanced HIV infection.

Associated Conditions
Helicobacter Pylori Infection, Mycobacterium avium complex infection, Tuberculosis (TB), Late phase Tuberculosis
Associated Therapies
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Intensive Pharmacokinetics of the Nelfinavir-Rifabutin Interaction in Patients With HIV-Related Tuberculosis Treated With a Rifabutin-Based Regimen

Not Applicable
Conditions
First Posted Date
2001-07-04
Last Posted Date
2005-06-24
Lead Sponsor
National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
Registration Number
NCT00018083
Locations
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Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, United States

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