Rifinim 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Wockhardt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifinim 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rifinim 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.
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. Rifinim 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Rifinim 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifinim 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 Rifinim 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 Rifinim 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifinim 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
How long should you take Rifinim 200mg Tablet for?
The duration of treatment with Rifinim 200mg Tablet depends on the specific condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is typically taken for three days. For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the duration may range from fourteen days.
Does Rifinim 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
While Rifinim 200mg Tablet can help manage IBS symptoms and reduce their recurrence, it's not guaranteed to completely cure the disease. It has shown effectiveness in improving symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. For personalized advice on IBS treatment, consult your healthcare professional.
How long does Rifinim 200mg Tablet take to show effects for IBS?
Rifinim 200mg Tablet typically starts showing noticeable results within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms of diarrhea may gradually improve after starting the medication. Typically, a two-week course of Rifinim 200mg Tablet helps relieve IBS symptoms after that period, and benefits may continue for up to ten weeks even after stopping treatment.
