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Medicines rifampicinQuestion & answer

rifampicin · Medicine question

What risk is associated with taking paracetamol alongside rifampicin?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Taking paracetamol alongside rifampicin may increase the risk of hepatotoxicity (liver toxicity).

Sources for this answer

Rifadin For Infusion 600mgSANOFI · emc · SmPC §4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products · Version 32Document updated 10 June 2026

Sources checked 8 November 2026

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