Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Composition of Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet contains Rifaximin (200mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.

Uses of Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Key benefits

• 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. Gifaxin 200 Tablet 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.

How Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet works

Gifaxin 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Gifaxin 200 Tablet inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.

How to take Gifaxin 200 mg 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. Gifaxin 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Gifaxin 200 Tablet, 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.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Gifaxin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.

Do not take Gifaxin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.

How to store Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Gifaxin 200 mg Tablet

You have been prescribed Gifaxin 200 Tablet for the treatment of infectious diarrhea. It should only be taken for a maximum of three days. If your symptoms do not improve after three days, inform your doctor. Do not take a second course of Gifaxin 200 Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Gifaxin 200 Tablet and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus. Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better. Stopping the course early increases the risk of coming back of the infection.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD

Therapeutic class:

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Drug class:

Antibacterial agent

Chemical class:

Macrolactams