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

Rifadox Information

Rifadox is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Rifadox have also been explained below.

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

The side effects typically associated with Rifadox include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rifadox as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rifadox go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Rifadox has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rifadox related warnings talks about Rifadox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug interactions for Rifadox have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Rifadox Benefits & Uses

Rifadox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

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

Rifadox 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

Rifadox Related Warnings

Is the use of Rifadox safe for pregnant women?

Rifadox shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Rifadox safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Rifadox. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Rifadox on the Kidneys?

Rifadox is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rifadox on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Rifadox on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Rifadox on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifadox with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Rifadox Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rifadox

Is this Rifadox habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Rifadox.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rifadox only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Rifadox for mental disorders.

No

Rifadox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rifadox

Taking Rifadox with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifadox

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rifadox

Question about 5 years ago

Is Rifadox safe to use?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Rifadox is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Rifadox?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Rifadox 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 about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Rifadox on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Rifadox on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Rifadox helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rifadox is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D). It has been found very effective for IBS-D. Rifadox is given three times a day up to 14 days in patients of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Rifadox cause bloating?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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