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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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    1. Tufted hair folliculitis: complete enduring response after treatment with rifampicin Journal of dermatological treatment · 2004 · 9 citations
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    6. Folliculitis decalvans: Effectiveness of therapies and prognostic factors in a multicenter series of 60 patients with long-term follow-up Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2018 · 41 citations
    7. An Update on Medical Treatment Options for Hidradenitis Suppurativa Drugs · 2015 · 36 citations
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