Rifabia 550mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Albia Biocare
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (550mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifabia 550mg 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. Rifabia 550mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifabia 550mg 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
Rifabia 550mg 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 Rifabia 550mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifabia 550mg Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Rifabia 550mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifabia 550mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Always consume it after a glass of water as prescribed by your doctor.
What does Rifabia 550mg Tablet do for the liver?
Rifabia 550mg Tablet is used to treat liver disease. In cases of liver disease, there's an increase in bacteria growth in the intestine, leading to an increased amount of toxins circulating throughout the body. These toxins can reach the brain and cause problems with its function. Rifabia 550mg Tablet helps slow down bacterial growth in the gut, which reduces the severity of these symptoms in patients with liver disease.
Can Rifabia 550mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Rifabia 550mg Tablet usually does not cause weight gain. However, if you notice any unexplained increase in weight, please consult your doctor to understand the reason.
