Rifaxter 400mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Human Biolife India Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Rifaximin (400mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Rifamycin derivatives |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 747 |
FAQ
Can Rifaxter 400mg cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaxter 400mg 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.
What does Rifaxter 400mg 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. Rifaxter 400mg slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Should I take Rifaxter 400mg with food?
Yes, Rifaxter 400mg 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 if you forget to take Rifaxter Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rifaxter 400mg, 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.
Rifaxter 400mg Tablet Reviews
Rifaxter 400mg 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.
How Rifaxter 400mg Tablet Works
Rifaxter 400mg 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.
How to Use Rifaxter 400mg 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. Rifaxter 400mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Rifaxter 400mg Tablet
- 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. Rifaxter 400mg 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.
- 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. Rifaxter 400mg 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.
Uses of Rifaxter 400mg Tablet
- Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
- Treatment of Infectious diarrhea
Rifaxter 400mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifaxter 400mg. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifaxter 400mg 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
Rifaxter 400mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifaxter 400mg is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifaxter 400mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rifaxter 400mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifaxter 400mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Rifaxter 400mg does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Quick Tips
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Rifaxter 400mg reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease.
- Stop taking Rifaxter 400mg and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifaxter 400mg.
- Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better.
References
- Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1215-16.
- CiplaMed. Rifaximin [Prescribing Information].
- Rifaximin [Package Insert]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2015.