Ibifix 200 Tablet
Manufacturer
Indiabulls pharmaceutical ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ibifix 200 Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Ibifix 200 Tablet can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.
Directions for Use
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. Ibifix 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Ibifix 200 Tablet and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ibifix 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Ibifix 200 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Ibifix 200 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Ibifix 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Ibifix 200 Tablet inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Ibifix 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 Ibifix 200 Tablet. 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. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Ibifix 200 Tablet and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus.
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Frequently asked questions
How long should you take Ibifix 200 Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Ibifix 200 Tablet depends on the specific condition it is being used for. For traveler's diarrhea, treatment typically lasts 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), treatment duration varies and may be as long as 14 days.
Does Ibifix 200 Tablet cure IBS?
While Ibifix 200 Tablet can help manage symptoms of IBS, including diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort, it is not a guaranteed cure. It may reduce the frequency and severity of these symptoms but its long-term effectiveness varies for each individual.
How long does Ibifix 200 Tablet take to work?
Ibifix 200 Tablet typically starts working within 24 to 48 hours. The benefits start becoming noticeable as the effects of the medication begin to be felt, and diarrhea symptoms generally improve gradually over time.
