Rifomed 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medencia Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Rifomed 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Rifomed 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. Rifomed 200mg 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 Headache Constipation Vomiting Fever Abdominal pain Nausea
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifomed 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Rifomed 200mg 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
Rifomed 200mg 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
Rifomed 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifomed 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 Rifomed 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 Rifomed 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Rifomed 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 do you need to take Rifomed 200mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Rifomed 200mg Tablet depends on the condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is typically taken for 3 days, while for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), it is usually prescribed for 14 days.
Can Rifomed 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Rifomed 200mg Tablet can help alleviate symptoms and delay the recurrence of IBS. However, it is uncertain whether it will completely cure the disease. Consult your doctor for personalized guidance on treating IBS.
How long does it take for Rifomed 200mg Tablet to work for IBS?
Rifomed 200mg Tablet typically starts working within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms of diarrhea may improve gradually after starting treatment, and taking the medication for 2 weeks usually provides relief from IBS symptoms. Additionally, a 2-week course of Rifomed 200mg Tablet may offer symptom relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.
