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Rifaximax Suspension


Product introduction

Rifaximax Suspension is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It kills and stops the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This way it helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea.

It is an antibiotic.

Uses of Rifaximax Oral Suspension

  • Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Benefits of Rifaximax Oral Suspension

In Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Infectious diarrhea is a condition characterized by the sudden onset of loose or watery stools caused by harmful microorganisms in the digestive system. Rifaximax Suspension helps treat infectious diarrhea by targeting and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This medicine interferes with the bacteria's ability to make important proteins they need to survive and multiply. This helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea and helps you feel better.

Side effects of Rifaximax Oral Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rifaximax

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Peripheral edema
  • Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity)
  • Fatigue

How to use Rifaximax Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Rifaximax Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rifaximax Oral Suspension works

Rifaximax Suspension is an antibiotic. it inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of the bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifaximax Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifaximax Suspension 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifaximax Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Rifaximax Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rifaximax Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifaximax Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Rifaximax Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifaximax Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Rifaximax Suspension for the treatment of infectious diarrhea.
  • It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
  • Stop taking Rifaximax Suspension 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Rifamycin derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins

Patient concerns

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Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea
Is ethambutol salt is mendatory to treat tuberculosis. Is macox zh kid is complete composition of salt to treat tuberculosis.
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult infectious disease expert
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FAQs

Can Rifaximax Suspension cause weight gain?

Usually Rifaximax Suspension does not cause weight gain. However, in case you feel there is an increase in weight, you should consult your doctor to determine the reason of weight gain.

Should I take Rifaximax Suspension with food?

Yes, Rifaximax Suspension 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.

For how long should you take Rifaximax Suspension?

The duration for which you may need to take Rifaximax Suspension will depend upon the disease being treated. If it is prescribed for treatment of traveler's diarrhea, it is usually given for 3 days. When given for irritable bowel syndrome, it is usually given for 14 days.

Can Rifaximax Suspension cure IBS?

Taking Rifaximax Suspension can help improve the symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, it is not sure whether it will cure the disease completely or not. It has been shown that Rifaximax Suspension can help improve the symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.

How long does Rifaximax Suspension take to work for IBS?

Rifaximax Suspension usually starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms like diarrhea improve gradually after you start taking this medication. Usually, taking Rifaximax Suspension for 2 weeks relieves the symptoms of IBS. Moreover, it has also been seen that this 2-week course of Rifaximax Suspension provides relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.

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Country of origin: India

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