Jeprifa 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Syntonic Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Jeprifa 400mg 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. Jeprifa 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Jeprifa 400mg 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
Jeprifa 400mg 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 Jeprifa 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Jeprifa 400mg 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 Jeprifa 400mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Jeprifa 400mg Tablets can be taken orally with or without food. It is best to take it as prescribed by your doctor.
What does Jeprifa 400mg Tablet do for the liver?
Jeprifa 400mg Tablets contain a specific active ingredient that helps treat conditions like Hepatitis C. They help reduce the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines, thereby decreasing the toxins traveling through the body. This reduces the risk of these toxins reaching the brain and causing damage.
Can Jeprifa 400mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Jeprifa 400mg Tablets generally do not cause weight gain, but if you experience unexplained changes in your weight, it is important to discuss them with your doctor. This is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment.
