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Glossary Rifampicin

antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections like tuberculosis

Rifampicin, also known as Rifampin, is an antibiotic commonly used to treat bacterial infections such as tuberculosis and leprosy. It works by inhibiting the RNA polymerase enzyme in bacteria, which is essential for their RNA synthesis and, consequently, their ability to reproduce and survive.

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research Tufted hair folliculitis: complete enduring response after treatment with rifampicin

9 citations , January 2004 in “Journal of dermatological treatment”

This study reports that oral rifampicin effectively treated the pustular lesions of tufted hair folliculitis in a 47-year-old woman, with no relapses after one year.

research Effective Treatment of Folliculitis Decalvans With a Combination of Oral Isotretinoin and Rifampicin

1 citations , May 2024 in “Cureus”

In this case study, the combination therapy of isotretinoin and rifampicin was reported to effectively improve symptoms in a 58-year-old female patient with folliculitis decalvans, suggesting this approach may warrant further investigation for treating this challenging condition.

Folliculitis Decalvans: A Rare Inflammatory Scalp Disorder

research Folliculitis decalvans

112 citations , July 2008 in “Dermatologic Therapy”

This review outlines the diagnosis and management of folliculitis decalvans, an inflammatory scalp disorder, and highlights Staphylococcus aureus and immune response deficiencies as key factors in its development.

research Hidradenitis suppurativa: A practical review of possible medical treatments based on over 350 hidradenitis patients

90 citations , April 2013 in “Dermatology online journal”

This article reviews various medical treatments for hidradenitis suppurativa based on the author's experience with over 350 patients, but it reports no new clinical findings.

Dissecting Cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): A Comprehensive Review Focusing on New Treatments and Findings of the Last Decade with Commentary Comparing the Therapies and Causes of Dissecting Cellulitis to Hidradenitis Suppurativa

research Dissecting cellulitis (Perifolliculitis Capitis Abscedens et Suffodiens): a comprehensive review focusing on new treatments and findings of the last decade with commentary comparing the therapies and causes of dissecting cellulitis to hidradenitis suppura

48 citations , January 2014 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

This review examines various treatments for dissecting cellulitis, noting isotretinoin may offer the best chance for remission despite limited long-term data and calls for more clinical studies.

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