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Rifago 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 Rifago safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rifago . If you are pregnant, do not take Rifago without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rifago safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Rifago . It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Rifago on the Kidneys?
Rifago does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifago on the Liver?
Rifago may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rifago on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rifago for the heart.
Rifago 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 Rifago unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifago habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rifago .
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rifago since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rifago is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rifago is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rifago
Taking Rifago with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifago
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifago .
No, Rifago does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Rifago has been reported to cause weight loss in a few patients with travelers’ diarrhea. If you notice any unusual rapid weight changes after taking this drug then discuss with it your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rifago in combination with other antibiotics might be used to eradicate Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) but it is generally not used and not approved for the treatment of the infection caused by H. pylori.
Yes, Rifago might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Usually, Rifago is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rifago as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Rifago can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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