Rexigut 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rexigut 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. Rexigut 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rexigut 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
Rexigut 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 Rexigut 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rexigut 400mg Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Rexigut 400mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rexigut 400mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What is the effect of Rexigut 400mg Tablet on the liver?
Rexigut 400mg Tablet can slow down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing symptoms in cases of liver disease. In liver disease, an increase in bacterial growth in the intestine leads to a higher number of toxins travelling through the body, increasing the risk of these toxins reaching the brain and causing abnormal brain function.
Can Rexigut 400mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Generally, Rexigut 400mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, if you experience an increase in weight, consult your doctor to determine the cause of this change.
