Rifasung 400mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Neoliva Formulations
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifasung 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. Rifasung 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifasung 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
Rifasung 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 Rifasung 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifasung 400mg Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Rifasung 400mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifasung 400mg 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 Rifasung 400mg Tablet on the liver?
Rifasung 400mg Tablet is used to treat bacterial infections that can cause harm to the liver. When bacterial infection in the gut occurs, it increases the number of toxins entering the bloodstream which can potentially reach the brain and impact its function. Rifasung 400mg Tablet targets these bacteria in the intestine to reduce their harmful effects.
Can Rifasung 400mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Rifasung 400mg Tablet typically does not cause weight gain. If you experience a change in your weight, it's important to consult with your doctor for further evaluation and guidance.
