Rifagram 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Systacare Remedies
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifagram 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rifagram 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. Rifagram 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifagram 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifagram 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 Rifagram 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 Rifagram 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifagram 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 should you take Rifagram 200mg Tablet?
The duration for which you may need to take Rifagram 200mg Tablet depends on the disease being treated. The dosage and treatment duration are determined by your physician based on individual needs, as outlined in specific instructions provided by your doctor. For example, if prescribed for traveler's diarrhea, it is typically taken for 3 days. In the case of irritable bowel syndrome, it is usually given for 14 days.
Can Rifagram 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Rifagram 200mg Tablet can help improve symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, its effect on complete treatment or cure is still uncertain. It has shown promise in alleviating symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. Consulting your doctor for specific details about IBS treatment is crucial.
How long does Rifagram 200mg Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifagram 200mg Tablet typically starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. Symptoms like diarrhea start improving gradually after you begin taking the medication. Usually, taking Rifagram 200mg Tablet for two weeks provides relief from IBS symptoms. Additionally, it has been observed that this two-week course of Rifagram 200mg Tablet can provide relief for up to ten weeks even after discontinuing the medication.
