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Rifaximax Suspension, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rifaximax Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Rifaximax Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
The most common side effects of Rifaximax Suspension are Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rifaximax Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Rifaximax Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Rifaximax Suspension has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Rifaximax Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rifaximax Suspension related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Rifaximax Suspension are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Rifaximax Suspension have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifaximax Suspension is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rifaximax Suspension 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.
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Is the use of Rifaximax Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rifaximax on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifaximax Suspension on the Liver?
Rifaximax is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rifaximax Suspension 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 Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifaximax Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Rifaximax Suspension 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 Suspension since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Rifaximax Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Rifaximax Suspension is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rifaximax Suspension
It is safe to take Rifaximax Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifaximax Suspension
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifaximax Suspension.
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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