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Rifalex 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Med Lex Pharmaceutical
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifalex 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. Rifalex 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifalex 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
Rifalex 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 Rifalex 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifalex 400mg Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended timing for taking Rifalex 400mg Tablet?
Rifalex 400mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. It's essential to take it as prescribed by your doctor and follow their instructions for the exact duration.
How does Rifalex 400mg Tablet affect liver disease?
Rifalex 400mg Tablet helps manage liver disease by reducing bacterial overgrowth in the gut, which decreases the amount of toxins reaching the brain and alleviating associated symptoms.
Is weight gain a possible side effect of Rifalex 400mg Tablet?
Generally, Rifalex 400mg Tablet does not cause weight gain. If you experience any unexpected weight changes, consult your doctor to determine the underlying reason.