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Nordys, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Secondary and off-label uses of Nordys have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Nordys is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Nordys include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Nordys side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nordys are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Nordys's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Nordys has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nordys related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nordys contraindications section.
Besides this, Nordys may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Nordys, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Nordys is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Nordys safe for pregnant women?
Nordys can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Nordys safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Nordys may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Nordys should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Nordys on the Kidneys?
Nordys is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Nordys on the Liver?
Nordys may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Nordys on the Heart?
You can take Nordys without any fear of damage to the heart.
Nordys should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nordys unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nordys habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Nordys is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Nordys as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Nordys should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nordys is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Nordys
You can take Nordys with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nordys
Information about the interaction of Nordys and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Nordys may cause orange urine because it is an analog of rifampicin. This side effect is reversible and unharmful in nature which goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Yes, Nordys might cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.
No, Nordys is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
No, Nordys is not a penicillin. It contains rifaximin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic and an analog of rifampicin. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of travelers’ diarrhea (TD), hepatic encephalopathy, and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Discontinuing Nordys on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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