RIFAMPICIN

Brand Name & Strength

Rifadin 600 mg Infusion

Reconstitution

Reconstitute with 10 ml of provided solvent

Further Dilution

Dilute with 100 ml or 500 ml diluent

Diluent

NS, D5

Administration & Infusion rate

IV infusion

100 ml solution: Administer over 30 min 500 ml solution: Administer over 3 hr

Storage & Stability

RT

(<25 oC)

Fridge

(2-8 oC)

After Reconstitution

24 hr -

After dilution

4 hr (in D5), 24 hr (in NS) -

Remarks

Do not administer by IM or SC. Avoid extravasation, as local irritation and inflammation may occur. In extravasation, discontinue infusion and restart at another site. Avoid temperature above 40 oC. Protect from light.