Rifigon 200 Tablet
Manufacturer
Ergos Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifigon 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
Rifigon 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. Rifigon 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifigon 200 Tablet and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifigon 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rifigon 200 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
Rifigon 200 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
Rifigon 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifigon 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 Rifigon 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 Rifigon 200 Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifigon 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 Rifigon 200 Tablet?
The duration for which you may need to take Rifigon 200 Tablet will depend on the specific condition being treated. If it is prescribed for traveler's diarrhea, treatment usually lasts for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), treatment typically extends for 14 days.
Can Rifigon 200 Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Rifigon 200 Tablet may help improve symptoms and delay recurrence of IBS, but it's not certain if it will completely cure the disease. It has shown positive results in improving symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. Consult your doctor for comprehensive treatment details regarding IBS.
How long does Rifigon 200 Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifigon 200 Tablet usually starts working within 24 to 48 hours. Symptoms of diarrhea may improve gradually after starting the medication. Generally, taking Rifigon 200 Tablet for two weeks provides relief from IBS symptoms. Moreover, this two-week course can provide continued relief for up to ten weeks even after stopping the medication.
