Retrakaz 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sakshit Healthcare
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Retrakaz 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Retrakaz 200mg 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. Retrakaz 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Retrakaz 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Retrakaz 200mg 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 Retrakaz 200mg 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 Retrakaz 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Retrakaz 200mg 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. Stopping the course early increases the risk of coming back of the infection.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the typical duration of treatment with Retrakaz 200mg Tablet?
The length of time you need to take Retrakaz 200mg Tablet depends on your specific condition. For traveler's diarrhea, it's usually prescribed for 3 days, while treatment for irritable bowel syndrome may last up to 14 days.
Can Retrakaz 200mg Tablet completely eliminate IBS symptoms?
Taking Retrakaz 200mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms and slow the recurrence of IBS. While it may improve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort, its effectiveness in curing the condition is uncertain. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance on treating IBS.
What is the typical timeframe for Retrakaz 200mg Tablet to start working for IBS?
Retrakaz 200mg Tablet typically begins taking effect within 24 to 48 hours, with symptoms like diarrhea gradually improving as you take the medication. A standard 2-week course of treatment often relieves IBS symptoms, and this relief may last up to 10 weeks even after discontinuing the medication.
