RIFAXIMIN

Overview

RIFAXIMIN is a Schedule H drug.
Rifaximin is an antibiotic that fights bacterial infection only in the intestines.Rifaximin works differently from other antibiotics because it passes through your stomach and into your intestines without being absorbed into your blood stream. Because rifaximin treats only the intestinal tract, it will not treat infections of other parts of the body.It prevents the growth of bacteria inside the intestine (gut). It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract which reduces recurrence of hepatic encephalopathy.

Usage

RIFAXIMIN is generally used to treat: Travellers’ Diarrhoea, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Hepatic Encephalopathy
RIFAXIMIN can address symptoms like: Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Increased Passing Gas, Nausea, Abdomen Change In Bowel Habits, Abdomen Discomfort, Loose Motion, Loss Of Appetite, Anxiety, Depressed Mood

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not take rifaximin if you are allergic to rifaximin, rifabutin, rifampin, or rifapentine.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label.
  • Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of timeDo not share this medicine with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 24 to 48 hours, or if they get worse while using rifaximin.
  • Rifaximin does not treat all bacterial forms of traveler’s diarrhea.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea, which may be a sign of a new infection.
  • If you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody, call your doctor. Do not use anti-diarrhea medicine unless your doctor tells you to.It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.
  • Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations

Common Side-Effects

RIFAXIMIN : Mouth Ulcer, Hands Swelling, Feet Swelling, Nausea, Head Headache, Dizziness, Fatigue (tiredness), Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Chest Pain, Ringing In Ears, Fainting, Spinning Sensation, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Mouth Soreness, Eyes Sunken Eyes, Fever, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Lower Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Frightening Dreams, Chills, Confusion, Cough, Dry Mouth, Decreased Urination, Ears Pain, Hearing Loss, Lightheadedness, Loss Of Appetite, Decreased Taste, Pain With Urination, Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Body Excessive Sweating, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

RIFAXIMIN : Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Rapid Breathing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Sleeping, Body Loss Of Movement, Change In Stools, Ankles Swelling

Rare Side-Effects

RIFAXIMIN : Clostridium Difficile Infection, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps

Disease Interactions

RIFAXIMIN can interfere with: Colitis, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

RIFAXIMIN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTIBIOTICS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with RIFAXIMIN as Ingredient

CIBOZ 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
CIBOZ 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
CIBOZ 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
DUFAXIMIN 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
DUFAXIMIN 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
FAXICAD 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
FAXICAD 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
FAXICAD 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
GIFAXIN 100MG SYPRIFAXIMIN 20 MG/ML
GIFAXIN 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
GIFAXIN 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
GIFAXIN 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
GUTWIN 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
GUTWIN 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
GUTWIN 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
MENARIF TAB 200MGRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
MENARIF TAB 400MGRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
MENARIF TAB 550MGRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
NORDYS 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
NORDYS 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RAFLE 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RAFLE 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RAFLE 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550 MG
RCIFAX 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200 MG
RCIFAX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
RCIFAX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550 MG
RIFABET 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFABET 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFABET 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFACLEAN 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550 MG
RIFADOX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFADOX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFAGUT 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200 MG
RIFAGUT 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
RIFAGUT 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550 MG
RIFAKEM 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFAKEM 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFAKEM 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFAREX 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFAREX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFAREX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFASET 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFASET 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFASET 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFASTOP 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFASTOP 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFAXIMAX 100MG/5ML SUSPRIFAXIMIN 20 MG/ML
RIFAXIMAX 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFAXIMAX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFAXIMAX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFIDIA 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFIDOR 100MG SUSPRIFAXIMIN 100.0 MG
RIFIDOR 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFIDOR 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFLECT 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFLECT 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFNIM 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RIFNIM 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
RIFNIM 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RIFNIM TABRIFAXIMIN 200 MG
RIXMIN 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200 MG
RIXMIN 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
RIXMIN 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
RUCAM 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
RUCAM 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
SIBOFIX 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200 MG
SIBOFIX 400 TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
SIBOFIX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
SIBOFIX 550 TABRIFAXIMIN 550 MG
SIBOFIX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
SIBOFIX SUSPRIFAXIMIN 100.0 MG
TORFIX 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
TORFIX 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400 MG
TORFIX 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG
XIFAPILL 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
ZIMIGUT 200MG TABRIFAXIMIN 200.0 MG
ZIMIGUT 400MG TABRIFAXIMIN 400.0 MG
ZIMIGUT 550MG TABRIFAXIMIN 550.0 MG