Rifaximin + Metronidazole
Information about Rifaximin + Metronidazole
Rifaximin + Metronidazole Uses
Rifaximin+Metronidazole is used in the treatment of infectious diarrhea.
How Rifaximin + Metronidazole works
Rifaximin + Metronidazole is a combination of two antibiotics: Rifaximin and Metronidazole which treat infectious diarrhoea. These antibiotics work in the digestive tract by killing the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause diarrhoea. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms.
Common side effects of Rifaximin + Metronidazole
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Stomach pain, Constipation, Dryness in mouth, Flatulence, Fever, Headache, Metallic taste, Dizziness, Abdominal distension, Tenesmus (increased urge to pass stools), Bowel incontinence
Available Medicine for Rifaximin + Metronidazole
Rifaxigyl-MMedley Pharmaceuticals
₹150 to ₹2302 variant(s)
Rifa MetrogylJ B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1581 variant(s)
Rifadual-MLifevista Biotech
₹2101 variant(s)
Rifazen-MElancer Pharmaceuticals
₹2001 variant(s)
Rifavax MCovaxl Pharma
₹1991 variant(s)
Rifastop MMankind Pharma Ltd
₹2481 variant(s)
Rifaxant-PlusErnst Pharmacia
₹2391 variant(s)
Vifaxin-MSigna Medisolutions Pvt Ltd
₹2501 variant(s)
Freximin MFredun Pharmaceuticals Limited
₹1951 variant(s)
Rifhaone-ZJaslynn Healthcare
₹2401 variant(s)
Expert advice for Rifaximin + Metronidazole
- Take your medication timely to maintain steady levels in your body.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids and a healthy diet while taking the medicine.
- It may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how the medicine affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking medication as it may cause increased side effects.
- Discontinue Rifaximin + Metronidazole and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.