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Nordys 550 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Secondary and off-label uses of Nordys 550 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Nordys 550 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Nordys 550 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Nordys 550 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Nordys 550 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Nordys 550 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Nordys 550 Tablet related warnings talks about Nordys 550 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Nordys 550 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Nordys 550 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nordys 550 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Nordys 550 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nordys 550 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Nordys 550 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nordys. If you are pregnant, do not take Nordys without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nordys 550 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Nordys. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Nordys 550 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Nordys on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nordys 550 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Nordys rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Nordys 550 Tablet on the Heart?
Nordys is completely safe for the heart.
Nordys 550 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nordys 550 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nordys 550 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nordys 550 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nordys 550 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Nordys 550 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nordys 550 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Nordys 550 Tablet
You can take Nordys 550 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nordys 550 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nordys 550 Tablet with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
