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food interaction for Gifaxin Tablet
alcohol interaction for Gifaxin Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Gifaxin Tablet
lactation interaction for Gifaxin Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Gifaxin 400 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gifaxin 400 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gifaxin 400 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gifaxin 400 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR Gifaxin 400mg Tablet
Rifaximin(400mg)
Gifaxin tablet uses
{med_name} is used for hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea.
How gifaxin tablet works
Gifaxin 400 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy (agitation, confusion, muscle problems). This also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.
Common side effects of gifaxin tablet
Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Fever, Skin rash, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Abdominal pain, Peripheral edema, Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), Fatigue, Depression, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Muscle spasm, Joint pain, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Breathlessness, Pneumonia, Rash, Muscle pain
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Expert advice FOR Gifaxin Tablet
- Rifaximin reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease.
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking Rifaximin and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifaximin.
- Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better.
Frequently asked questions FOR Gifaxin 400mg Tablet
Rifaximin
Q. Should I take Gifaxin 400 Tablet with food?
Yes, Gifaxin 400 Tablet can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
Q. What does Gifaxin 400 Tablet do for the liver?
In liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function. Gifaxin 400 Tablet slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Gifaxin 400 Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually Gifaxin 400 Tablet does not cause weight gain. However, in case you feel there is an increase in weight, you should consult your doctor to determine the reason of weight gain.