RFX Information
RFX is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of RFX depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
RFX Benefits & Uses
RFX is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
RFX Dosage & How to Take
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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RFX Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when RFX is used -
Moderate
- Increased Liver Enzymes
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- Pharyngitis
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Rash
- Fatigue
- पेट दर्द
- Vertigo
Common
- पेट की गैस
- Bloating or fullness
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
RFX Related Warnings
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Is the use of RFX safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking RFX. If you are pregnant, do not take RFX without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of RFX safe during breastfeeding?
Taking RFX may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. RFX should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of RFX on the Kidneys?
RFX is not harmful for kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of RFX on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of RFX on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of RFX on the Heart?
RFX is completely safe for the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of RFX with Other Drugs
RFX should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 100 Tablet
- Healthy Life Amiodarone 200 Tablet
- Cordarone Tablet
- Cordarone X Tablet
RFX Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take RFX unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Liver Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about RFX
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Is this RFX habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of RFX has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking RFX as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
RFX should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of RFX in mental disorders is not effective.
No
RFX Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and RFX
It is safe to take RFX with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and RFX
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking RFX with alcohol.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097
