Rifagi 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Manith Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifagi 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. Rifagi 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifagi 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
Rifagi 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 Rifagi 400 Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifagi 400 Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should Rifagi 400 Tablet be taken with food?
Yes, Rifagi 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What are the effects of Rifagi 400 Tablet on the liver?
Rifagi 400 Tablet works to alleviate symptoms associated with liver disease. This occurs by reducing bacterial overgrowth in the intestine, resulting in a decrease in the amount of toxins that travel through the body and enter the brain. This reduction in toxin exposure helps to prevent abnormal brain function.
Does Rifagi 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
Rifagi 400 Tablet typically does not cause weight gain. If you do experience any changes in your weight, please consult your doctor for further evaluation and advice.
