Introduction to Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
Rifaxigress 200mg tablet is an antibiotic that contains the active substance rifaximin. It is used to treat traveler’s diarrhea caused by noninvasive strains of Escherichia coli in adults. It is also used to prevent the recurrence of episodes of overt hepatic encephalopathy (symptomatic loss of brain function) in adults with liver disease. This medicine can be used alone or in combination with medicines containing lactulose.
Do not take Rifaxigress 200mg tablet if you are allergic to Rifaximin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to similar types of antibiotics, such as rifamycin, rifampicin, or rifabutin. Do not take this medicine if your physician informs you that you have a blockage in your intestine. Do not take this medicine if you have a fever, blood in stools, or have passed over eight or more unformed stools in the last 24 hours. Inform your physician if you have liver problems before starting the treatment.
This medicine is not recommended for children and adolescents aged less than 18 years of age. The most common side effects of Rifaxigress 200mg tablet are headache, swelling of the feet and legs, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and abdominal swelling. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you take more than the recommended number of tablets unknowingly, seek medical advice immediately.
Therapeutic Effects of Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
Rifaxigress 200mg tablet acts by binding to the bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase blocking one of the steps in the transcription process. This results in the inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis and consequently inhibits the growth of bacteria.
Interaction of Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, vaccines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications like warfarin, and oral contraceptives may interact with Rifaxigress 200mg tablet and reduce their effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
More Information about Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
- Store at room temperature 20° to 25°C.
- Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
- Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
How to consume Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
Always use this medicine as exactly prescribed by your doctor. Depending on the condition being treated, your physician decides the dose, dosage, and duration of the treatment. Take the tablet at the same time every day, with or without food. Swallow the tablets with a glass of water. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablets.
Safety Advices for Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Do not use Rifaxigress 200mg tablet during pregnancy because it harms the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Rifaxigress 200mg tablet because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment.
Lungs
It is not known whether Rifaxigress 200mg tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
Rifaxigress 200mg tablet should be cautiously given to patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have any severe liver disease before initiating the therapy.
Alcohol
It is not known whether consuming alcohol is safe while taking Rifaxigress 200mg tablet. Consult your physician for more advice
Driving
Rifaxigress 200mg tablet does not affect your ability to drive. However, if you feel dizzy or drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery.
Side Effects of Rifaxigress 200mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Swelling of the legs and feet
- Abdominal pain
- Nausea
- Abdominal swelling
- Dizziness, headache
- Tiredness
Serious
- Anemia
- Allergic reactions