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Rifaximax 200 Tablet
Rifaximin (200mg)
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is used for treatment of Infectious diarrhea.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
₹196₹19.62 per tablet
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Key details
Salt: Rifaximin (200mg)
Available variants: tablet tablet 10`S
Best price: ₹196 (₹19.62 per tablet)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
Ordering notes
Standard delivery across India. No same-day delivery nationally.
Chennai express delivery is possible and chargeable. Learn more
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A substitute contains the same active ingredient (salt), in the same strength, as Rifaximax 200 Tablet. The medicine inside is the same — the brand name, manufacturer and price are what differ.
All medicines sold in India, branded or generic, must meet the quality standards set by the national drug regulator (CDSCO). A lower price does not mean lower quality.
Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Rifaximax 200 Tablet
Rifaximax 200 Tablet contains Rifaximin (200mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Rifaximax 200 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. Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet works
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifaximax 200 Tablet inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
How to take Rifaximax 200 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. Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet
Most side effects of Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet
| Pregnancy | Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Breast feeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Alcohol | Alcohol UNSAFE |
| Driving | Driving CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Kidney | Kidney CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR |
| Liver | Liver CAUTION |
| Habit forming | No |
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 Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 200 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet
You have been prescribed Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifaximax 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:
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class:
- GASTRO INTESTINAL
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
- Chemical class:
- Macrolactams
Substitutes for Rifaximax 200 Tablet
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Rifaximin (200mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Rifaximax 200 Tablet |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rifakem 200 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹194 | 1% cheaper |
| Rifigon 200 mg TabletERGOS LIFE SCIENCES | tablet · 10`S | ₹199 | 1% more |
| Rifagut 200 mg TabletSUN PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹234 | 19% more |
| Sibofix 200 mg TabletDr Reddys Laboratories Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹236 | 20% more |
| Rcifax SuspensionLUPIN LAB | suspension · 60ML | ₹237 | 21% more |
| Zimigut 200 mg TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹244 | 24% more |
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Rifaximax 200 Tablet FAQs
What is Rifaximax 200 Tablet used for?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of Infectious diarrhea. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What is the salt in Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet contains Rifaximin (200mg). 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Rifaximax 200 Tablet work?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is an antibiotic.
Is Rifaximax 200 Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Rifaximax 200 Tablet 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Rifaximax are 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. 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Rifaximax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
Alcohol UNSAFE
What if I miss a dose of Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rifaximax 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.
Is Rifaximax 200 Tablet habit forming?
No. Rifaximax 200 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
Rifakem 200 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹194 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Rifaximax 200 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet starts at ₹196 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet tablet 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Rifaximax 200 Tablet?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is manufactured by ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Rifaximax 200 Tablet delivered?
Rifaximax 200 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Rifaximax 200 Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Rifaximin (200mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹196 (₹19.62 per tablet)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Schedule
- Schedule H
- Brand
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Manufacturer
- ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`
- Therapeutic class
- GASTRO INTESTINAL
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Chemical class
- Macrolactams
- Action class
- RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet tablet 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Rifaximax 200 Tablet is compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and is reviewed by a registered medical practitioner. It does not replace advice from your own doctor.
- 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 Rifaximax 200 Tablet.
- 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.