Rifaxor
Rifaxor Products are primarily used for
Hepatic encephalopathy
About Rifaxor Products
Uses of Rifaxor Products
Rifaximin is used in hepatic encephalopathy.
Rifaxor Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Rifaxor are Dizziness, Nausea, Peripheral edema, Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), Fatigue.
How Rifaxor Products work
Rifaximin is an antibiotic. In hepatic encephalopathy, it works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria thereby relieving symptoms such as agitation, confusion, and muscle problems. In infectious diarrhea, it works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhea.
Patient Concerns about Rifaxor Products
Frequently asked questions about Rifaxor Products
Frequently asked questions about Rifaximin
Q. Should I take Rifaxor 550mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifaxor 550mg 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.
Q. What does Rifaxor 550mg Tablet do for the liver?
In liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function. Rifaxor 550mg Tablet slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Rifaxor 550mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaxor 550mg Tablet 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.
Products for Rifaxor
Rifaxor 550mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹610
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Rifaxor 400mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
MRP
₹290
Not Available