What is the side effect of using R Cinix EZ?
Patient: Hi, i am Rahul from Delhi. I am using R Cinix EZ on a Doctor s prescription. I could not able to accustom with it s side effects if I use it with empty stomach. I have to drive car to reach to office for 60 KMs. Is there any other timing other than morning that I can use this medicine. YYYY@YYYY Doctor: Hi,R-Cinex EZ is a combination of four drugs (rifampicin, isoniazid, ethambutol and pyrazinamide) which is commonly prescribed for the treatment of tuberculosis. Generally it is well tolerated by most of our patients, however it may cause abdominal pain, fever, orange discoloration of the urine or saliva, flu like symptoms, inflammation of the nerves, visual disturbances and liver injury.If you develop fever, jaundice and upper abdominal pain you must report to your doctor after discontinuing the medications. To ensure maximum effectiveness this medicine should be taken on an empty stomach either one hour before or 2 hours after the meals. The absorption of this medicine may be reduced if it is taken along with food.Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.  Regards, Dr. Mohammed Taher Ali, General & Family Physician