Rcifax Suspension is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It kills and stops the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This way it helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea.

Rcifax Suspension can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit, and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.

Some people may develop side effects like headache, constipation, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, nausea, and chills. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver, kidney, or heart problems, or if you are allergic to any medicine. Rcifax Suspension is not effective in cases of travelers’ diarrhea. Use with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

Uses of Rcifax Oral Suspension

Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Benefits of Rcifax Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Infectious diarrhea is a condition characterized by the sudden onset of loose or watery stools caused by harmful microorganisms in the digestive system. Rcifax Suspension helps treat infectious diarrhea by targeting and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This medicine interferes with the bacteria's ability to make important proteins they need to survive and multiply. This helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea and helps you feel better.

Side effects of Rcifax Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rcifax

Peripheral edema
Nausea
Dizziness
Constipation
Fatigue
Urinary tract infection
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Rcifax Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Rcifax Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rcifax Oral Suspension works

Rcifax Suspension is an antibiotic. It inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of the bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea. It works only in the intestines, helping to relieve symptoms without affecting the rest of the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rcifax Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rcifax Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Rcifax Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Rcifax Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Rcifax Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Rcifax Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rcifax Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Rcifax Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Rcifax Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better. Stopping the course early increases the risk of the infection coming back.
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration from diarrhea.
Inform your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen after a few days of treatment.
Do not share this medication with others, even if they have similar symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Rifamycin derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins

Interaction with drugs

Taking Rcifax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Amiodarone (Oral Route) Moderate

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Amiodarone (Injection Route) Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per t... More

Azithromycin (Oral Route) Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per t... More

Azithromycin (Injection Route) Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per t... More

Warfarin (Oral Route) Moderate

Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time and adjust the doses of Warfarin accordingly. Rifaximin may reduce the efficacy of Warfarin.

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Patient concerns

Hello Sir/ Mam, I am PATIENT in Clinical bioequivalance dept. of a pharmaceutical MNC. whenever season change happens, I feel mild abdominal cramp and urge to defecate at 2-3 times a day but I don't have to go to toilet. I don't suffer from diarrhea. My blood reports and USG abdomen reports are normal. Please suggest me how to overcome this problem and how can I make my digestive system more stronger.

Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar

Internal Medicine

Tab sporlac 1BD Tab Rcifax 400mg TDS For 15 days

I am taking defstar6 mg and panplus L from ENT. Now i was also prescribed Librax, Rcifax 400 and Ecobion for IBS i want to ask if i can take all medicine or should stop any of above

Dr.

Gastroenterology

Please get further evaluation by gastroenterologist

User feedback

Patients taking Rcifax Suspension

Thrice A Day

56%

Twice A Day

44%

What are you using Rcifax Oral Suspension for?

Infectious di*

70%

Others

20%

Hepatic encep*

10%

*Infectious diarrhea, Hepatic encephalopathy

How much was the improvement?

Average

78%

Poor

22%

What were the side-effects while using Rcifax Suspension?

Diarrhea

100%

FAQs

Can Rcifax Suspension cause weight gain?

Usually, Rcifax Suspension does not cause weight gain. However, in case you feel there is an increase in weight, you should consult your doctor to determine the reason for weight gain.

Should I take Rcifax Suspension with food?

Yes, Rcifax Suspension can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for as long as it is prescribed.

Can Rcifax Suspension cure irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Taking Rcifax Suspension can help improve the symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, it is not certain whether it will cure the disease completely or not. It has been shown that Rcifax Suspension can help improve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.

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