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Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Rifaximin (550mg)

₹515₹464

10% off
Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

Introduction to Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

This is an antibiotic medicine that treats infectious diarrhea. It stops and kills infection-causing bacteria in the intestine. This way it gets rid of the bad bacteria that cause infection and provides relief in diarrhea.

Safety Advice for Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It should be taken cautiously by liver patients; dose adjustment may required.

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It is probably considered to be safe to use by patients suffering from kidney disease. no dose adjustment required.

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No information available regarding its safety when intercated with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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It does not seem to impair driving ability.

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It may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby.

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It is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

How Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s works

Rifaximin blocks the ability of bacteria to make proteins, which prevents infectious diarrhea-causing bacteria from growing and is eliminated from the body.

How To Use Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • The drug can be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
  • Strictly follow the dose and duration advised by a doctor.
  • It can be taken before or after having a meal.
  • Take the medicine regularly at the same time.
  • Gulp in the dose as whole with water; without breaking, chewing, and crushing it.

Special Precautions About Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • Do not terminate the usage of drug without consulting a doctor; it may worsen the condition.
  • Inform your doctor if side effects persist and does not seem to fade away with time.
  • Inform your doctor if allergic to any ingredient of the medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if suffering from kidney, heart, or liver disease.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Benefits Of Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • Helps to treat Infectious diarrhea.

Side Effects Of Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • Headache
  • Tenesmus (increased urge to pass stools)
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Fever
  • Flatulence
  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomiting

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

  • Use the medicine as you remember to take. 
  • If the next dose is near then Skip the missed Dose. 
  • Do not double up for the missed Dose. 
  • If you miss doses frequently then consult your Doctor. 

Health And Lifestyle

Drink enough water while receiving treatment. Consume a well-balanced diet to help maintain gut health. Steer clear of meals that can make your diarrhea worse, like oily or spicy foods. As instructed by your physician or on the package, take one sachet at a time. Keep a close eye on your symptoms and see your doctor if they persist or cause you any concerns.

Drug Interaction

  • Immunosuppressant- Cyclosporine
  • Anticonvulsants- Phenytoin

Drug Food Interaction

  • Grapefruit Juice
  • High-Fat Meals

Disease Explanation

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Frequent, loose, or watery bowel motions are a sign of diarrhea. It can be brought on by drugs, infections, or underlying medical issues. If left untreated, it can result in nutrient loss and dehydration. Through the restoration of gut flora and the reduction of intestinal fluid output, this medicine is used to treat and manage diarrhea.

FAQ's on Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

Is Rifaximin a strong antibiotic?

Rifaximin is a broad-spectrum nonabsorbed rifamycin antibiotic with an excellent safety profile, a lack of drug interactions, and minimal effect on the intestinal microbiome. This gut-selective antimicrobial is currently approved for the treatment of travelers diarrhea caused with noninvasive E. coli strains.

Is Rifagut 550 An antibiotic?

Rifagut 550 tablet is an antibiotic medicine that contains rifaximin its active ingredient. This medicine is prescribed for the treatment of infectious diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome associate. It is also used to treat Hepatic encephalopathy, a condition that arises due to liver disease.

How long Rifagut can be taken?

You have been prescribed Rifagut Tablet for the treatment of infectious diarrhea. It should only be taken for a maximum of three days. If your symptoms do not improve after three days, inform your doctor. Do not take a second course of Rifagut Tablet.

Can Rifagut cause weight gain?

Usually Rifagut 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.

Is Drotin a painkiller?

A: No, Drotin-M is a combination of drugs. It has both painkiller and antispasmodic properties. It is used for the treatment of spasm and pain associated with smooth muscles due to menstruation and abdominal pain.

Is Providac an antibiotic?

Providac capsules is fortified with Probiotic composite containing lactobacillus. Providac capsules is a preparation that normalizes gut organisms/flora. The excessive use of certain antibiotics will also cause several side effects, with one of the most common being diarrhea.

Is rifaximin safe to take?

Core tip: Rifaximin is a poorly absorbed oral antibiotic with highly favorable safety profile. Rifaximin is effective in the treatment of travelers diarrhea, functional bloating and irritable bowel syndrome, small bowel bacterial overgrowth and in the prevention of recurrent overt hepatic encephalopathy.

What does Rifagut 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. Rifagut slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.

What is Rifagut tablet used for?

Rifagut 400 mg tablet is used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy (a condition in which there is a loss of brain function when a damaged liver fails to remove toxins from the blood). It is also used to treat infectious diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea....

Is Rifagut safe?

Rifagut 400 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifagut 400 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Should I take Rifagut with food?

Yes, Rifagut can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it for a longer time than your doctor ordered.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Tuesday, 30 July, 2024

Prescription Required

Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Rifaximin (550mg)

₹515₹464

10% off
Rifagut 550mg Tablet 10s

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