Rifaxigress 200 Tablet
Manufacturer
La Renon Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifaxigress 200 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
Rifaxigress 200 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. Rifaxigress 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifaxigress 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifaxigress 200 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 Rifaxigress 200 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 Rifaxigress 200 Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifaxigress 200 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 Rifaxigress 200 Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Rifaxigress 200 Tablet will depend on the specific condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is typically administered for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the usual treatment duration is 14 days. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
Does Rifaxigress 200 Tablet cure IBS?
Rifaxigress 200 Tablet can help manage symptoms and reduce the likelihood of IBS recurrence, but it's not guaranteed to fully cure the disease. It has shown promise in reducing diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. For detailed information about IBS treatment options, consult your healthcare professional.
How long does Rifaxigress 200 Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifaxigress 200 Tablet typically begins working within 24 to 48 hours. Symptoms like diarrhea often start improving gradually after starting the medication. Typically, a two-week course of Rifaxigress 200 Tablet provides relief for symptoms of IBS. Moreover, some patients experience continued improvement even after stopping medication for up to ten weeks.
