Rifidor Oral Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rifidor Information

Rifidor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rifidor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rifidor. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Rifidor include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rifidor have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rifidor 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rifidor is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rifidor related warnings talks about Rifidor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rifidor contraindications section.

Additionally, Rifidor may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

Rifidor Benefits & Uses
Rifidor Dosage & How to Take
Rifidor Side Effects
Rifidor Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rifidor with Other Drugs
Rifidor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rifidor
Rifidor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rifidor Benefits & Uses

Rifidor is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Travelers Diarrhea

Rifidor 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

Rifidor Related Warnings

Is the use of Rifidor safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rifidor. If you are pregnant, do not take Rifidor without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Rifidor safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Rifidor. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Kidneys?

Rifidor does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Liver?

Side effects of Rifidor rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Heart?

Rifidor is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifidor with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Rifidor Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rifidor

Is this Rifidor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rifidor is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rifidor only as per medical advice.

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

No, Rifidor cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Rifidor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rifidor

Taking Rifidor with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifidor

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifidor.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rifidor

Question over 4 years ago

Is Rifidor a penicillin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Rifidor 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).

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rifidor cause constipation?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rifidor might cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Rifidor work for SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

The use of Rifidor for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is not approved and scientific evidence supporting its use for SIBO is not sufficient.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Rifidor cause weight gain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

No, Rifidor does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Rifidor 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Rifidor without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Rifidor 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.