Zimigut 200 mg Tablet

Name: Zimigut 200 mg Tablet
Brand: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Price: 232.01 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Zimigut 200 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Rifaximin (200mg). It is used for may be used for other gut bacterial overgrowth conditions as prescribed. It belongs to the group of medicines called Rifamycin antibiotic (gut-selective).

Take the tablet by mouth with water, with or without food, exactly as prescribed. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Zimigut 200 mg Tablet are nausea, abdominal pain, flatulence and constipation. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Zimigut 200 mg Tablet works.

Uses

Treatment of intestinal bacterial infections such as acute infectious diarrhoea (including traveller’s diarrhoea) caused by susceptible bacteria; may be used for other gut bacterial overgrowth conditions as prescribed.

Benefits

In Bacterial infection: Zimigut 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: Zimigut clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
In Skin infection: Zimigut treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
In Dental infection: Zimigut treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.

Side effects

Most side effects of Zimigut are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Nausea
abdominal pain
flatulence
constipation
headache
dizziness

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.

How to use

Take the tablet by mouth with water, with or without food, exactly as prescribed. Complete the full course even if you feel better; do not self-treat persistent diarrhoea beyond 48 hours without medical advice.

How it works

Rifaximin is a minimally absorbed antibiotic that acts locally in the intestine. It inhibits bacterial RNA synthesis by binding to the beta-subunit of bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, reducing the growth of susceptible gut bacteria.

Safety advice

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.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Ask your doctor whether it is safe for you to drive on this medicine.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.

Warnings & precautions

Do not use if allergic to rifaximin/rifamycins. Seek medical help if diarrhoea is severe, persistent, or accompanied by fever or blood in stools. Use with caution in severe liver disease; risk of adverse effects may be higher. Prolonged use may lead to superinfection including C. difficile–associated diarrhoea. Not recommended for children unless prescribed.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Zimigut 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.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Zimigut 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 Zimigut 200 Tablet.
It may cause reddish discoloration of urine.
This is normal and harmless.
Stop taking Zimigut 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.

Fact box

Chemical class: Macrolactams
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Antibiotic (Gastrointestinal)
Action class: RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins

Interaction with drugs

Warfarin (INR changes), cyclosporine (may increase rifaximin exposure), other anticoagulants/antiplatelets (monitor bleeding risk if INR changes), P-glycoprotein inhibitors (may increase levels)

Storage

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from moisture and light. Keep out of reach of children.

Same salt & strength options

Rifagut 200 Tablet, Rifax 200 Tablet, Rifaxig 200 Tablet, Rifaximin 200 mg Tablet (generic), Rifax 200 mg Tablet

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.

Manufacturer labeling, established medical literature on rifaximin
Indian drug references/compendia
CDSCO/general regulatory guidance
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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`

Good to know

Common questions

What is Zimigut 200 mg Tablet used for?

Zimigut 200 mg Tablet is commonly used for Treatment of intestinal bacterial infections such as acute infectious diarrhoea (including traveller’s diarrhoea) caused by susceptible bacteria; may be used for other gut bacterial overgrowth conditions as prescribed. 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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

Bacterial infection: Zimigut 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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

Zimigut 200 mg 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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

Take the tablet by mouth with water, with or without food, exactly as prescribed. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Zimigut 200 mg Tablet work?

Rifaximin is a minimally absorbed antibiotic that acts locally in the intestine.

Is Zimigut 200 mg Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Zimigut 200 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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Zimigut are Nausea, abdominal pain, flatulence, constipation, 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 Zimigut 200 mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Zimigut 200 mg Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Zimigut.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Zimigut 200 mg Tablet.

What if I miss a dose of Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zimigut 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible.

Is Zimigut 200 mg Tablet habit forming?

No. Zimigut 200 mg Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Zimigut 200 mg Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Zimigut 200 mg Tablet starts at ₹232 (MRP ₹244) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 200 mg 10`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Zimigut 200 mg Tablet?

Zimigut 200 mg Tablet is manufactured by INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS`. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Zimigut 200 mg Tablet delivered?

Zimigut 200 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.

Know this medicine

Product introduction

Uses

Benefits

Side effects

How to use

How it works

Safety advice

Warnings & precautions

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you take too much

Quick tips

Fact box

Interaction with drugs

Storage

Same salt & strength options

References

Manufacturer details

Quick reference

Common questions

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