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Rifidor Oral Suspension

by Merck Ltd
Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)

₹118₹118

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Rifidor Oral Suspension

Introduction to Rifidor Oral Suspension

Rifidor Oral 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 Rifidor Oral Suspension

  • Moderate risk
  • High risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifidor Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

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Rifidor Oral 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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Rifidor Oral 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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Rifidor Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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

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Rifidor Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifidor Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Rifidor Oral Suspension works

Rifidor Oral Suspension is an antibiotic. It works by stopping the growth of the bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.

How To Use Rifidor 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. Rifidor Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects Of Rifidor Oral Suspension

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

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FAQ's on Rifidor Oral Suspension

For how long should you take Rifidor?

The duration for which you may need to take Rifidor 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.

How long does Rifidor take to work for IBS?

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

Can Rifidor cure IBS?

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

Can Rifidor cause weight gain?

Usually Rifidor 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.

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

Should I take Rifidor with food?

Yes, Rifidor 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.

Prescription Required

Rifidor Oral Suspension

by Merck Ltd
Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)

₹118₹118

0% off
Rifidor Oral Suspension

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