Rifamax 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Biosys Medisciences
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifamax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rifamax 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. Rifamax 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifamax 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rifamax 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Rifamax 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Rifamax 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifamax 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 Rifamax 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 Rifamax 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifamax 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 Rifamax 200mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Rifamax 200mg Tablet will vary depending on the condition being treated. It is usually taken for three days if prescribed for traveler's diarrhea, while for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it's typically taken for fourteen days. Your doctor will advise you on the appropriate duration based on your individual situation.
Can Rifamax 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Rifamax 200mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms and potentially delay a recurrence of IBS. However, it does not guarantee complete or lasting remission of the condition. It has shown to improve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. For detailed information on treating IBS, consult your doctor.
How long does Rifamax 200mg Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifamax 200mg Tablet generally starts working within 24 to 48 hours. You may experience gradual improvement in symptoms such as diarrhea after starting the medication. Typically, a two-week course of Rifamax 200mg Tablet provides relief from IBS symptoms for up to ten weeks even after stopping treatment.
