Ripe Kit Forte

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Ripe Kit Forte Description

Ripe Kit Forte is a prescription medicine mainly used to treat and prevent tuberculosis or TB infection. Tuberculosis (TB) is a contagious bacterial infection that mainly attacks the lungs. If left u

ntreated, it can also affect other body parts such as lymph nodes, kidneys, brain, spine, and skeletal muscle. Ripe Kit Forte is composed of five active ingredients: Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol, and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine). Together this combination medicine kills the bacteria called ‘Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which is a responsible organism for TB (tuberculosis) infection, hence controlling the infection. Ripe Kit Forte should be taken as recommended by your treating physician. The treatment duration depends on various aspects, such as the patient's condition. It is also recommended to complete the entire course of the treatment, to eradicate TB Infection from the body completely. Do not suddenly stop taking medication as it can affect the potency of the medicine or may lead to drug resistance Tuberculosis is very challenging to treat.

Product Summary

Offer Price	₹14.82
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Contains	Ethambutol + Isoniazid + Rifampicin
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

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Ripe Kit Forte

As per CDSCO, Ripe Kit Forte is used for the treatment of tuberculosis infection.

Contraindications of Ripe Kit Forte

If you are allergic to any component of Ripe Kit Forte i.e Isoniazid, Rifampicin, Pyrazinamide, Ethambutol, and Vitamin B6.
If you have any vision complaints like optic neuritis.
If you have a history of alcohol consumption.
If you have gout.
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 anti-viral medicines like HIV medicines.

Side effects of Ripe Kit Forte

Nausea
Vomiting
Orange coloured urine, sweat, tears or saliva
Rash
Muscle and joint pain
Lack of energy

Precautions and Warnings of Ripe Kit Forte

Pregnancy

Can I take Ripe Kit Forte during pregnancy?

Ripe Kit Forte can be unsafe during pregnancy as animal reproduction studies show adverse effects on the foetus. However, no adequate clinical studies are available on humans as of now. If you are pregnant or planning for it, you must consult your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe the Ripe Kit Forte only if the benefits are more than the risk.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Ripe Kit Forte while breastfeeding?

Ripe Kit Forte can be unsafe during breastfeeding. Some components of this medicine may get excreted into breast milk and affect the baby. Consult your doctor and discuss the potential risks and benefits of taking this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Ripe Kit Forte?

Ripe Kit Forte may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. Consumption of this medicine may decrease alertness, affect your vision, and cause dizziness and lightheadedness. Avoid driving any vehicle if you are experiencing the side effects mentioned above after taking this medicine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Ripe Kit Forte?

No, do not consume alcohol with Ripe Kit Forte, as it increases the severity of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, blurred vision, Jaundice, liver injury, etc. It also worsens the symptoms of the disease for which you are taking this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have any allergic reactions after taking Ripe Kit Forte.
You experience any severe side effects persistently.
You experience worsening symptoms.
You have severe liver impairment.
You have renal impairment.
You have tingling sensations or nerve pain or damage.
You are taking oral contraceptive pills. Ripe Kit Forte may reduce their effectiveness, so try to use other methods of contraception like condoms, diaphragms, etc.

Mode of Action of Ripe Kit Forte

How Does It Work?

Ripe Kit Forte is composed of five active ingredients: Isoniazid-300mg, Rifampicin-600mg, Pyrazinamide-1500mg, Ethambutol-800mg, and Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)- 10mg. Isoniazid works by preventing the Tu...

Directions for Use of Ripe Kit Forte

Take Ripe Kit Forte exactly as prescribed by the doctor.
Take Ripe Kit Forte on a regular schedule, preferably at the same time every day.
Take the tablet as a whole orally, with a full glass of water. Do not break, chew or crush the tablet.
You can take the Ripe Kit Forte before or after consuming food or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not stop taking Ripe Kit Forte suddenly, as it can lead to drug resistance.
Do not take Ripe Kit Forte with other medications without informing your doctor.

Interactions of Ripe Kit Forte

Interactions with other medicines

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 drug...
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Interaction of Ripe Kit Forte with Phenytoin (anti-seizure medicine) or disulfiram (for alcoholism), which will increase the level of these medicines in the blood and cause adverse effects.
Interaction of Ripe Kit Forte with anti- HIV drugs can decrease the efficacy of antiviral drugs and may lead to viral resistance.
Interaction of Ripe Kit Forte 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 Ripe Kit Forte

Store Ripe Kit Forte at room temperature in a cool and dry area, away from sunlight. Keep the medication away from children and pet animals in a locked cabin. Do not remove the medicine from its origi...

Dosage of Ripe Kit Forte

Overdose

Overdose of Ripe Kit Forte causes symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, itching, slurred speech, dark-coloured urine, saliva, or stools, increased heart rate, urinary retention and lack of con...

Missed a Dose

Missed doses of Ripe Kit Forte should be taken right away unless it is almost time for the next dose. In that case, you should skip the forgotten dose (rather than taking a double dose) and take the n...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Zishan Ahmad

MBBS, MD

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Vijay Y

MBBS, MD in Clinical Pharmacology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: My urine turns reddish-yellow. Should I stop taking Ripe Kit Forte?

A: Reddish-yellow discolouration of bodily fluids and secretions like tears, sweat, and urine is a common side effect of taking Ripe Kit Forte. It is harmless. Do not stop Ripe Kit Forte without the directions of your treating physician.

Q: Can I Stop taking the Ripe Kit Forte on my own after the desired effect?

A: No, Do not stop taking Ripe Kit Forte despite having symptomatic relief. Continue the medicine as prescribed by your doctor; otherwise, it may interfere with drug potency and lead to drug resistance, challenging to treat.

Q: Does taking Ripe Kit Forte more than the recommended dose resolve my symptoms quickly?

A: No, do not take Ripe Kit Forte more than the recommended dose as it may lead to overdose or may worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you have any queries about the doses, and do not increase the doses on your own.

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