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Rcifax 550
Rifaximin
₹665In stock
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Rcifax 550 is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
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Key details
Salt: Rifaximin
Available variants: NA 10`S
Price: ₹665
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: LUPIN LAB
Ordering notes
Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Learn more
Returns & refunds: orders can be cancelled before dispatch; after dispatch, returns depend on the item category. Read the full policy
Composition of Rcifax 550
Rcifax 550 contains Rifaximin. It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Rcifax 550
- Bacterial infection
- Gut infection
- Skin infection
- Dental infection
Benefits of Rcifax 550
- In Bacterial infection
- Rcifax treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return.
- In Gut infection
- Rcifax clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
- In Skin infection
- Rcifax treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
- In Dental infection
- Rcifax treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.
How Rcifax 550 works
Rifaximin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Rcifax 550
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
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
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
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 Rcifax 550
Most side effects of Rcifax are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Headache
Stop the medicine and get help at once 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 Rcifax 550
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
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 Rcifax 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 Rcifax 550
Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Rcifax 550
- Space the doses evenly and complete the course.
- Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards.
- Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
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Rcifax 550 FAQs
What is Rcifax 550 used for?
Rcifax 550 is commonly used for bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Rcifax 550?
Bacterial infection: Rcifax treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return. It is also used for gut infection, skin infection, dental infection.
What is the salt in Rcifax 550?
Rcifax 550 contains Rifaximin. If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Rcifax 550?
Use this medicine as your doctor has directed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Rcifax 550 work?
Rifaximin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Rcifax 550 a prescription medicine?
Yes. Rcifax 550 is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Rcifax 550?
The side effects reported most often with Rcifax are Nausea, Metallic taste, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Rcifax 550 be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Rcifax 550 in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Rcifax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Rcifax 550?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Rcifax 550.
What if I miss a dose of Rcifax 550?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Rcifax 550 habit forming?
No. Rcifax 550 is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Rcifax 550 cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Rcifax 550 starts at ₹665 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in NA 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Rcifax 550?
Rcifax 550 is manufactured by LUPIN LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Rcifax 550 delivered?
Rcifax 550 is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Rcifax 550, Quick facts
- Salt
- Rifaximin
- Price
- ₹665
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- LUPIN LAB
- Manufacturer
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- NA 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Rcifax 550.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.