Rifast 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Biocyte Organics Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifast 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. Rifast 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifast 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
Rifast 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 Rifast 400 Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifast 400 Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Rifast 400 Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifast 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What effects does Rifast 400 Tablet have on the liver?
Rifast 400 Tablet can help to slow down the growth of bacteria in the gut, which is beneficial for those with liver disease. This helps decrease the symptoms associated with liver disease and reduces the load of toxins travelling through the body, thereby decreasing the possibility of these toxins reaching the brain and causing abnormal brain function. In cases of liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain.
Can Rifast 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
While Rifast 400 Tablet generally doesn't cause weight gain, if you notice any increase in your weight, it is important to discuss this with your doctor. This will allow them to determine the cause and provide further guidance.
