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Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
Rifaximin (550mg)
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Rifigon 550 mg Tablet is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated September 2026
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Key details
Salt: Rifaximin (550mg)
Available variants: tablet 550 mg 10`S
Best price: ₹302 (₹30.19 per tablet)
MRP: ₹318
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES
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Please confirm with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands — they will check that the strength and form match your prescription.
Composition of Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet contains Rifaximin (550mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
- This medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection
- gut infection
- skin infection and dental infection.
Key benefits
- Targets infections that other antibiotic groups do not reach
How Rifigon 550 mg Tablet works
Rifaximin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with or just after food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
Most side effects of Rifigon are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Headache
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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
| Pregnancy | Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. |
|---|---|
| Breastfeeding | Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding. |
| Alcohol | Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine. |
| Driving | May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you. |
| Kidney | Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease. |
| Liver | Consult your doctor if you have liver disease. |
| 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 Rifigon 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 Rifigon 550 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
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:
- ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
Substitutes for Rifigon 550 mg Tablet
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| Rifastop 200 mg Tablet | tablet · 10`S | ₹189 | 38% cheaper |
| Rexigut 550 Tablet | 10'S | ₹380 | 26% more |
| Rifalix 550 Tablet | 1X10 | ₹404 | 34% more |
| Riforte 550 mg TabletSamarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹462 | 53% more |
| Rafle 550 TabletALEMBIC PHARMA | tablet · 10`S | ₹470 | 56% more |
| Rifakem 550 mg TabletALKEM LAB | tablet · 10`S | ₹471 | 56% more |
| Rifaxigress 550 mg TabletLARENON | tablet · 10`S | ₹483 | 60% more |
| Torfix 550 mg TabletTorrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹501 | 66% more |
| Zimigut 550 mg TabletIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd | tablet · 10`S | ₹566 | 88% more |
| Dirifa 550 mg TabletAbbott India Limited | tablet · 10`S | ₹597 | 98% more |
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Rifigon 550 mg Tablet FAQs
What is Rifigon 550 mg Tablet used for?
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet is commonly used for This medicine is used in the treatment of 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 is the salt in Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet contains Rifaximin (550mg). 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Rifigon 550 mg Tablet work?
Rifaximin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Rifigon 550 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?
Yes. Rifigon 550 mg 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
The side effects reported most often with Rifigon 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Rifigon.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
What if I miss a dose of Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Rifigon 550 mg Tablet habit forming?
No. Rifigon 550 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Rifastop 200 mg Tablet has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹189 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 Rifigon 550 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet starts at ₹302 (MRP ₹318) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 550 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Rifigon 550 mg Tablet?
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet is manufactured by ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Rifigon 550 mg Tablet delivered?
Rifigon 550 mg 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.
Rifigon 550 mg Tablet, Quick facts
- Salt
- Rifaximin (550mg)
- Form
- tablet
- Best price
- ₹302 (₹30.19 per tablet)
- MRP
- ₹318
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES
- Manufacturer
- ERGOS LIFE SCIENCES
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- tablet 550 mg 10`S
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
The information on Rifigon 550 mg 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 Rifigon 550 mg 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.