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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

by Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)

₹115₹115

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

Introduction to Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension 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, fever, dizziness, nausea, and chills. 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.

Safety Advice for Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml 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.

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension works

Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.

How To Use Rifaset 100mg/5ml 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. Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Fever
  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Chills

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FAQ's on Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

Should I take Rifaset with food?

Yes, Rifaset 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.

How long does Rifaset take to work for IBS?

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

Can Rifaset cure IBS?

Taking Rifaset 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 Rifaset can help improve the symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.

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

Can Rifaset cause weight gain?

Usually Rifaset 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.

For how long should you take Rifaset?

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

Prescription Required

Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

by Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)

₹115₹115

0% off
Rifaset 100mg/5ml Suspension

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