Rifaximax 400 Tablet

Composition of Rifaximax 400 Tablet

Rifaximax 400 Tablet contains Rifaximin (400mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.

Uses of Rifaximax 400 Tablet

Rifaximax 400 Tablet is used for hepatic encephalopathy.

Key benefits

• Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach

How Rifaximax 400 Tablet works

Rifaximax 400 Tablet 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 take Rifaximax 400 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 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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 Rifaximax 400 Tablet

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

• Vomiting Headache Dizziness Nausea

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 400 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 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 400 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 400 Tablet

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Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Antibiotic

Drug class:

Antibacterial agent