Riflect 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Riflect Information

Riflect is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Riflect has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Riflect depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Riflect include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Riflect side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Riflect are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

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

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

Drug reaction of Riflect with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Riflect is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Riflect Benefits & Uses

Riflect is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

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

Riflect 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: Traveler's Diarrhea 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: Traveler's Diarrhea 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: Traveler's Diarrhea 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

Riflect Related Warnings

Is the use of Riflect safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Riflect safe during breastfeeding?

Riflect may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Riflect on the Kidneys?

Riflect does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Riflect on the Liver?

Riflect has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Riflect on the Heart?

Riflect is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Riflect with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Riflect Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Riflect

Is this Riflect habit forming or addictive?

Riflect does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Riflect as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Riflect is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Riflect cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Riflect Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Riflect

It is safe to take Riflect with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Riflect

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Riflect with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Riflect

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Riflect with ibuprofen?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Riflect can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Riflect along with ibuprofen.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Riflect with amoxicillin?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Riflect 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Riflect?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Riflect is a brand name of rifaximin and it comes in the form of tablet and syrup. It is a prescription drug and a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention of travelers’ diarrhea (TD) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and to reduce the risk of hepatic encephalopathy (a brain disorder that causes decline in functioning of the brain due to accumulation of ammonia in which results from the liver damage) along with lactulose. It is also used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Riflect cause bloating?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Riflect does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Riflect 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Riflect cause headache?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Riflect 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.