Rifagut 550mg, 400mg, 200mg Tablet (Rifaximin)

Uses

Rifaximin, an antibiotic used to treat intestinal bacteria (traveler's diarrhoea), is a treatment. Rifagut 550 mg can also be used to prevent the risk of brain function being worsened in people with liver disease. When the liver is unable to remove toxic substances from the body, brain function can be affected.

How it works

Rifaximin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that attacks bacterial infections only in the intestines. Rifaximin prevents the growth of bacteria that produces toxins, which can worsen diseases.

What is rifaximin exactly?

Rifaximin, an antibiotic, fights bacterial infections only in the intestines. Rifaximin is different than any other antibiotic in that it passes through your stomach into your intestines and does not enter your bloodstream. Rifaximin only treats the intestinal tract. It won't treat any other infections. Rifaximin is used to treat travelers' diarrhea due to E.coli in children and adults who are at least 12 years of age. This infection is most commonly contracted by people who ingest or drink E.coli bacteria-contaminated food and fluids. Rifaximin can also be used to treat diarrhea in adults with irritable bowel syndrome. Rifaximin will not reduce the risk of brain function being affected in people with liver disease. When the liver is unable to remove toxic substances from the body, brain function can be affected. Rifaximin can also be used for reasons not covered in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about rifaximin
Follow all instructions on the medicine package and label. Please inform your healthcare providers of all your medical conditions and allergies.

Before I take rifaximin, what should I ask my doctor?

If you are allergic to rifaximin or rifabutin or rifampin, this medicine should be avoided. If you have liver disease, diarrhea with fever, or watery diarrhea, your doctor will confirm that rifaximin has been approved for you. It is not known whether this medicine can harm unborn children. If you are pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, tell your doctor. It is not known if rifaximin can be found in breast milk, or if it could cause harm to a nursing baby. There are no studies. This medicine should not be used while you breastfeed. A toddler under 12 years of age should not be given Rifaximin.

What should I do to take rifaximin

Follow the instructions on your prescription label. This medicine should not be taken in greater or lesser amounts than the recommended dosage or for a longer period of time. Rifaximin can be taken with or without food. You should take Finpecia 1mg medication for the entire prescribed time. The infection may cause symptoms to improve or not. You may also be at greater risk of an infection that is resistant to antibiotics if you skip doses. Rifaximin will not treat viral infections like the flu and common colds. If your symptoms don't improve within 24 hours or worsen while taking rifaximin, you should call your doctor. Rifaximin is not effective for all types of traveler's diarrhoea. Keep away from heat and moisture.

What are the most important things to avoid when taking rifaximin

Diarrhea can occur when antibiotics are administered. This can indicate a new infection. Call your doctor if you have diarrhea that is either watery or severe. If your doctor has instructed you, do not take any anti-diarrhea medication or similar products.

Rifaximin side effects

We recommend that you immediately seek emergency medical attention if you experience any signs of allergic reactions, such as hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat, or skin. If you experience severe stomach pain, diarrhea that has been bloody or watery, fever, weight gain or swelling, particularly in the face and midsection, stop using rifaximin. Side effects include swelling in the hands, feet or midsection, headaches, dizziness, tired feeling, abnormal liver function tests, and fatigue.

Rifaximin dosing information

The usual adult dose for traveler's diarrhea is 200 mg taken orally three times daily for three days. -Do not give to patients suffering from diarrhea that has been complicated by fever or blood in the stool.