Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg
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Product introduction
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines.
This medicine 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 to come back and harder to treat.
Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. 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 will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But, it is normal and harmless.
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.
This medicine 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 to come back and harder to treat.
Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. 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 will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But, it is normal and harmless.
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.
Uses of Rifaxigem Tablet
- Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
- Treatment of Infectious diarrhea
Benefits of Rifaxigem Tablet
In Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
Hepatic encephalopathy is a severe liver disease that can cause changes in brain function leading to confusion, tremors (shaking), sleep problems and loss of consciousness. Symptoms include agitation, confusion, muscle problems, difficulty in speaking, and sometimes, coma. Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg lowers the levels of ammonia-producing bacteria in the blood which has harmful effects on the brain. If taken as prescribed, this medicine can improve your brain function and reduce symptoms associated with hepatic encephalopathy.
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. Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg 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 Rifaxigem Tablet
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 Rifaxigem
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Peripheral edema
- Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity)
- Fatigue
- Depression
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Joint pain
- Rash
- Muscle pain
How to use Rifaxigem Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Rifaxigem Tablet works
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg is an antibiotic. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy (agitation, confusion, muscle problems). This also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg 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
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rifaxigem Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg, 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.
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Quick tips
- Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease.
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg.
- Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Rifamycin derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins
Interaction with drugs
Taking Rifaxigem with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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
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
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
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
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
Patient concerns
FAQs
Should I take Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg with food?
Yes, Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What does Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg do for the liver?
In liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function. Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Can Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaxigem Tablet 550mg 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 of weight gain.
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Address: 36-B, Pusa Rd, Block 11, Old Rajinder Nagar, Rajinder Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110060
Country of origin: India
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