Rifanem
Composition for Rifanem Products
Rifanem Products are primarily used for
Hepatic encephalopathyProducts for Rifanem
Rifanem 200mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP₹178.13
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Substitute brands for Rifanem
About Rifanem Products
Uses of Rifanem Products
Rifaximin is used in hepatic encephalopathy.
Rifanem Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Rifanem are Dizziness, Nausea, Peripheral edema, Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), Fatigue.
How Rifanem Products work
Rifaximin is an antibiotic. In hepatic encephalopathy, it works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria thereby relieving symptoms such as agitation, confusion, and muscle problems. In infectious diarrhea, it works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhea.
In Depth Information for Rifanem Products
- Rifanem 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 Rifanem and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifanem.
- Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better.
Patient Concerns about Rifanem Products
Frequently asked questions about Rifanem Products
Q. For how long should you take Rifanem 200mg Tablet?
The duration for which you may need to take Rifanem 200mg Tablet will depend upon the disease being treated. If it is prescribed for treatment of traveler's diarrhea, it is usually given for 3 days. When given for irritable bowel syndrome, it is usually given for 14 days.
Q. Can Rifanem 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Rifanem 200mg Tablet can help improve the symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, it is not sure whether it will cure the disease completely or not. It has been shown that Rifanem 200mg Tablet can help improve the symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.
Q. How long does Rifanem 200mg Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifanem 200mg Tablet usually starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms like diarrhea improve gradually after you start taking this medication. Usually, taking Rifanem 200mg Tablet for 2 weeks relieves the symptoms of IBS. Moreover, it has also been seen that this 2-week course of Rifanem 200mg Tablet provides relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.