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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Rifaximin (400 mg)
  • Seller: mChemist Global Private Limited
    • Country of Origin: India

    Rixmin Information

    Rixmin is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rixmin have also been explained below.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rixmin. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

    Common side effects of Rixmin include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Rixmin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Rixmin 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 Rixmin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rixmin related warnings talks about Rixmin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Other contraindications of Rixmin have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Besides this, Rixmin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

    In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rixmin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


    Rixmin Benefits & Uses

    Rixmin is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Rixmin 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:
    • 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:
    • 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:
    • 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

    Rixmin Side Effects

    Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rixmin is used -

    Moderate

    • Increased Liver Enzymes

    Mild

    Common

    Rixmin Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Rixmin safe for pregnant women?


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

      Severe
    • Is the use of Rixmin safe during breastfeeding?


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

      Severe
    • What is the effect of Rixmin on the Kidneys?


      Rixmin does not damage the kidneys.

      Safe
    • What is the effect of Rixmin on the Liver?


      Rixmin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Rixmin on the Heart?


      You can take Rixmin without any fear of damage to the heart.

      Safe

    Severe Interaction of Rixmin with Other Drugs

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

    Moderate


    Rixmin Contraindications

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


    Frequently asked Questions about Rixmin

    • Is this Rixmin habit forming or addictive?


      No, you will not get addicted to Rixmin.

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


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

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, but take Rixmin only as per medical advice.

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


      No, Rixmin is not used to treat mental disorders.

      No

    Rixmin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Rixmin


      Taking Rixmin with food is safe.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Rixmin


      Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rixmin with alcohol.

      Unknown

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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan
    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    7 Years of Experience

    References

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097

    US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683

    April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097

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