Rifik 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Sepik Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifik 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rifik 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. Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, constipation, vomiting, fever, abdominal pain, and nausea. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But it is normal and harmless. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine.
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. Rifik 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifik 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifik 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 Rifik 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 Rifik 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifik 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
What is the typical duration of treatment with Rifik 200mg Tablet?
The length of time you need to take Rifik 200mg Tablet depends on the condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is usually prescribed for 3 days, while for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it is typically taken for 14 days.
Can Rifik 200mg Tablet effectively manage IBS symptoms?
Rifik 200mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms and postpone the recurrence of IBS. While it may not completely cure the disease, it has been shown to improve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance on treating IBS.
How long does Rifik 200mg Tablet typically take to start showing its effects for IBS?
Rifik 200mg Tablet usually begins to work within 24 to 48 hours. As you start taking the medication, symptoms like diarrhea will gradually improve. Typically, completing a 2-week course of Rifik 200mg Tablet relieves IBS symptoms, and this relief can persist for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.
