Citrucel and Rimactane

• Generic Name: methylcellulose
• Dosage Forms: powder, for solution
• Other Brand Names: Citrucel, Citrucel SF, Citrucel Food Pack, Citrucel Clear Mix, Citrucel Lax

Citrucel is a bulk-forming laxative that increases the amount of water in your stools to help make them softer and easier to pass.

Citrucel is used to treat constipation and to help maintain regular bowel movements.

Citrucel may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: rifampin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Rifadin, Rifadin IV, Rimactane

Rifampin is used together with other medicines to treat tuberculosis (TB) in many different parts of the body. It is also used by patients who have a meningitis bacteria in their nose or throat who do not show symptoms of the infection to prevent the spread of the bacteria to other patients. Rifampin belongs to the class of medicines called antibiotics and works to kill or prevent the growth of bacteria. However, it will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.