Rifampicin -SD030-1VL is referred as Rifampicin RIF 5mcg discs under Hi Media catalogue. Each pack of Rifampicin -SD030-1VL contains 100 discs in vial. Each filter paper disc of SSD030-1VL is of 6 mm diameter with printed "RIF 5" on centre of each side of the disc. Each Rifampicin -SD030-1VL disc is saturated with 5mcg Rifampicin.

Rifampicin discs are used for antimicrobial susceptibility test of bacteria using Bauer-Kirby Method. Generally Mueller Hinton Agar (M173/M1084) medium is used for susceptibility test. The susceptibility test is determined on the basis of zone of inhibition. The cultural response can be observed after incubating the standard culture at 35-37C for 18 hrs.

Storage and shelf life: It is advised to store the discs always at -20C to +8C after opening. The disc loses its stability at higher temperature (45C).