Bicox 600 Tablet
Bicox 600 Tablet Description
Bicox Tablet is a prescription medicine that is mainly used for the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis or TB infection. Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly attacks
the lungs. If left untreated, it can also affect other body parts such as lymph nodes, kidneys, brain, spine, and skeletal muscle. Bicox Tablet is composed of two active ingredients: Rifampicin and Isoniazid. Together this combination medicine kills the bacteria called ‘Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is a responsible organism for TB (tuberculosis) infection, and hence controls the infection. Bicox Tablet dosage should be taken as recommended by your treating physician. The treatment duration depends on various aspects, such as the condition of the patient. It is also recommended to complete the entire course of the treatment, to completely eradicate TB Infection from the body. Do not suddenly stop taking the medication as it can affect the potency of the medicine or may lead to resistance Tuberculosis, which is very challenging to treat.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹53.57 |
You Save | ₹7.30 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Rifampicin(600.0 Mg) + Isoniazid(300.0 Mg) |
Uses | Treatment of Tuberculosis (TB infection) |
Side effects | Nausea, Vomiting, Rash, Muscle and joint pain, Lack of energy, Orange coloured urine, sweat, tears or saliva. |
Therapy | ANTI-TUBERCULAR |
Uses of Bicox 600 Tablet
- As per CDSCO, Bicox Tablet is used for the treatment of tuberculosis infection.
Contraindications of Bicox 600 Tablet
- If you are allergic to any component of Bicox Tablet. i.e., Isoniazid, Rifampicin.
- If you have any vision complaints like optic neuritis.
- If you have a history of alcohol consumption.
- If you have gou (bone issues)
- If you have peripheral neuropathy (pain caused by damage to the nerves)
- If you have liver disease.
- If you have kidney disease.
- If you are using antiviral medicines like HIV medicines.
Side effects of Bicox 600 Tablet
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Orange coloured urine, sweat, tears or saliva
- Rash
- Muscle and joint pain
- Lack of energy
Precautions and Warnings of Bicox 600 Tablet
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any allergic reactions after taking Bicox Tablet.
- You experience any severe side effects persistently. You have tingling sensations or nerve pain or damage.
- You experience worsening of symptoms.
- You want to stop the medication. Do not suddenly stop taking Bicox Tablet, as it can lead to medication resistance.
- You are taking oral contraceptive pills. Bicox Tablets may reduce their effectiveness, so try to use other methods of contraception like condoms, diaphragms, etc.
- You are on other medication. Do not take Bicox Tablet with other medications without informing your doctor. Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and non-prescription medications, herbal products, vitamins and nutritional supplements you are consuming or plan to take as there is a chance of interaction....
Mode of Action of Bicox 600 Tablet
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Bicox 600 Tablet
- Take Bicox Tablet exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
- Take Bicox Tablet on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
- Swallow the whole tablet orally with a full glass of water. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet.
- You can take the Bicox Tablet before or after consuming food or as prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Bicox 600 Tablet
Interactions with other medicines
- Interaction of Bicox Tablet with Phenytoin (anti-seizure medicine) or disulfiram (for alcoholism) will increase the level of these medicines in the blood and cause adverse effects.
- Interaction of Bicox Tablet with anti- HIV medication can decrease the efficacy of the antiviral medication and may lead to viral resistance.
- Interaction of Bicox Tablet with oral contraceptives, blood thinners (warfarin), certain diabetic medicines (sulfonylureas), and methadone can decrease the level of these medicines in the blood.
- Interaction with medicines like corticosteroids- prednisolone, methylprednisolone, and dexamethasone can decrease the plasma levels of Isoniazid by increasing its metabolic and excretion.
Interactions with food items
- You can continue with the usual diet unless instructed.
Storage and disposal of Bicox 600 Tablet
Dosage of Bicox 600 Tablet
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Zishan Ahmad
MBBS, MD
Dr. Vijay Y
MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Does taking Bicox Tablet more than the recommended dose will resolve my symptoms quickly?
Q: Can I stop taking the Bicox Tablet on my own after the desired effect?
Q: My urine turns reddish-yellow. Should I stop taking Bicox Tablet?
References
- Rabahi M, Silva Júnior J, Ferreira A, Tannus-Silva D, Conde M. Tuberculosis treatment. Jornal Brasileiro de Pneumologia [Internet]. 2017 [cited 22 March 2022];43(6):472-486
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