Rifaximax 400 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Rifaximax 400 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rifaximax 400 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Rifaximax 400 Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rifaximax 400 Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Rifaximax 400 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Rifaximax 400 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Rifaximax 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Rifaximax 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Rifaximax 400 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Rifaximax 400 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rifaximax 400 Tablet 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 Rifaximax 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rifaximax has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Rifaximax without medical advice.
Is the use of Rifaximax 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rifaximax may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rifaximax should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rifaximax 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rifaximax on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifaximax 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Rifaximax is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rifaximax 400 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Rifaximax without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rifaximax 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifaximax 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Rifaximax 400 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rifaximax 400 Tablet since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Rifaximax 400 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rifaximax 400 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rifaximax 400 Tablet
It is safe to take Rifaximax 400 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifaximax 400 Tablet
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifaximax 400 Tablet.
No, Rifaximax does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Rifaximax helps in reducing bloating and flatulence in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients by controlling the bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine which is responsible for producing gas that causes bloating and flatulence.
Rifaximax can be taken 2 -3 times a day by mouth or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver function.
Yes, Rifaximax can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rifaximax along with ibuprofen.
No, Rifaximax 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, Rifaximax 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).
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