Rcifax 400 Tablet

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  • Manufactured by: Lupin Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Rifaximin (400 mg)

Rcifax 400 Tablet Information

Rcifax 400 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rcifax 400 Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Rcifax 400 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Rcifax 400 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Rcifax 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Rcifax 400 Tablet 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Rcifax 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rcifax 400 Tablet contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Rcifax 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Rcifax 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.


Rcifax 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Rcifax 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Rcifax 400 Tablet 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

Rcifax 400 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rcifax 400 Tablet is used -

Moderate

  • Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Common

Rcifax 400 Tablet Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rcifax 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?


    Rcifax should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Rcifax 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Rcifax on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Liver?


    Rcifax is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Rcifax for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Rcifax 400 Tablet with Other Drugs

Rcifax 400 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate


Rcifax 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rcifax 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Rcifax 400 Tablet

  • Is this Rcifax 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Rcifax 400 Tablet has not been reported.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rcifax 400 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Rcifax 400 Tablet 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, the use of Rcifax 400 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Rcifax 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rcifax 400 Tablet


    You can take Rcifax 400 Tablet with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rcifax 400 Tablet


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rcifax 400 Tablet with alcohol will be.

    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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