Zenrif 400 Tablet
Manufacturer
Astranova Biotech
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zenrif 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. 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 with this medicine, you should tell 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. Zenrif 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Zenrif 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
Zenrif 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 Zenrif 400 Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Zenrif 400 Tablet. Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I take Zenrif 400 Tablet with food?
Yes, Zenrif 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What does Zenrif 400 Tablet do for the liver?
Zenrif 400 Tablet is used to treat and manage liver disease by slowing down the growth of bacteria in the gut. This decreases the symptoms associated with liver disease, such as bacterial overgrowth that leads to increased toxin release into the bloodstream and further brain function impairment.
Can Zenrif 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
Zenrif 400 Tablet generally does not cause weight gain. However, if you experience any unexpected weight fluctuations, it is important to consult your doctor to determine the underlying reason.
