FDA label
What is rifabutin used for?
The FDA-approved uses of rifabutin, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Rifabutin capsules are indicated for the prevention of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with advanced HIV infection.”
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Rifabutin, capsule
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ANDA215041). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Rifabutin capsules are indicated for the prevention of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with advanced HIV infection.
Source: DailyMed label, set id baf8ec98-bd0c-4b87-a7ee-813335431b89, version 3, effective October 1, 2026. NDC 70954-041, one of 4 listings for this product.
Questions
What is rifabutin used for?
The FDA label says: “Rifabutin capsules are indicated for the prevention of disseminated Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with advanced HIV infection.”
What drug class is rifabutin?
FDA lists rifabutin in the Rifamycin Antimycobacterial established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.