Xifatre 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Tregenesis Sciences Private Limited
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Xifatre 400 Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
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. 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. Xifatre 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Xifatre 400 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
Xifatre 400 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 Xifatre 400 Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Xifatre 400 Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better. It may cause vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Xifatre 400 Tablet with food?
Yes, Xifatre 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What is the effect of Xifatre 400 Tablet on the liver?
Xifatre 400 Tablet reduces symptoms associated with liver disease by slowing down the growth of bacteria in the gut. This helps to decrease the toxins that travel through the body, which can affect brain function. In cases of liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine, leading to a higher load of toxins that travels throughout the body. This can cause abnormal brain function due to toxin accumulation.
Can Xifatre 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
Xifatre 400 Tablet does not usually cause weight gain. However, if you notice a change in your weight during or after taking this medication, consult your doctor to discuss the possible reason.
