Ibifix 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Indiabulls pharmaceutical ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Ibifix 400 Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
This medicine 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 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Ibifix 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.
Quick Tips
Ibifix 400 Tablet reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Ibifix 400 Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Ibifix 400 Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Ibifix 400 Tablet with food?
Yes, Ibifix 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What does Ibifix 400 Tablet do for the liver?
Ibifix 400 Tablet helps slow down bacterial growth in the intestines, which can reduce liver-related symptoms. In cases of liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function.
Can Ibifix 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
Ibifix 400 Tablet is not known to typically cause weight gain. However, in case you notice an increase in weight, please consult your doctor for further investigation.
