Tradigut 550mg Tablet
Manufacturer
RSL Bioscience Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (550mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tradigut 550mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea by killing harmful bacteria in the intestines.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Tradigut 550mg Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition where the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea. This medicine 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. Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. 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, inform 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. Tradigut 550mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Tradigut 550mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy (agitation, confusion, muscle problems). This also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.
Quick Tips
Tradigut 550mg Tablet reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Tradigut 550mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Tradigut 550mg Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Tradigut 550mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Tradigut 550mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What does Tradigut 550mg Tablet do for the liver?
Tradigut 550mg Tablet works to reduce symptoms in cases of liver disease by slowing bacterial growth in the gut. This helps decrease the accumulation of toxins that can travel through the body and reach the brain, which may lead to abnormalities in brain function. In liver disease, an increased number of bacteria in the intestine leads to a greater amount of toxins being released into the bloodstream. These toxins then have the potential to reach the brain, potentially causing abnormal brain functions. Tradigut 550mg Tablet helps manage this process.
Can Tradigut 550mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Tradigut 550mg Tablet generally does not lead to weight gain. However, if you notice an increase in your weight, it is important to discuss this with your doctor to determine the reason.
