Rifabet

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  • Manufactured by: Fdc Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Rifaximin (200 mg)

Rifabet Information

Rifabet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Rifabet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Rifabet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Rifabet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rifabet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rifabet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Rifabet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Rifabet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rifabet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Rifabet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Rifabet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifabet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.


Rifabet Benefits & Uses

Rifabet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Rifabet 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
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 g
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 3 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rifabet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rifabet is used -

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Common

Rifabet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rifabet safe for pregnant women?


    Rifabet shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Rifabet safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Rifabet. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Rifabet on the Kidneys?


    Rifabet is not harmful for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Rifabet on the Liver?


    Rifabet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rifabet on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Rifabet for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifabet with Other Drugs

Rifabet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate


Rifabet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rifabet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Rifabet

  • Is this Rifabet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Rifabet has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifabet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Rifabet only as per medical advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Rifabet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Rifabet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rifabet


    You can take Rifabet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rifabet


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rifabet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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

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