Setrifa 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Medxone Healthcare
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Setrifa 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Setrifa 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. Setrifa 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
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.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Setrifa 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Setrifa 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
Setrifa 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
Setrifa 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Setrifa 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 Setrifa 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 Setrifa 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Setrifa 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 Setrifa 200mg Tablet for?
The duration for which you may need to take Setrifa 200mg Tablet depends on the condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is typically taken for three days. However, for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), treatment usually involves a course of medication for fourteen days.
Can Setrifa 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Setrifa 200mg Tablet can help improve symptoms and delay the recurrence of IBS. It's important to note that its ability to completely cure the disease is not confirmed. The medication has been shown to alleviate symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort associated with IBS. Consult your doctor for personalized advice on treating IBS.
How long does Setrifa 200mg Tablet take to work for IBS?
Setrifa 200mg Tablet typically starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. You might observe gradual improvement of symptoms, like diarrhea, after starting this medication. Generally, taking Setrifa 200mg Tablet for two weeks often results in relief from IBS symptoms. Moreover, the medication has been shown to provide lasting relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping treatment.
