Rifaford 550mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Rifaford 550mg Tablet

Rifaximin(550mg)

food interaction for Rifaford Tablet

alcohol interaction for Rifaford Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Rifaford Tablet

lactation interaction for Rifaford Tablet

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alcohol
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lactation
Rifaford 550mg 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 Rifaford 550mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifaford 550mg 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
Rifaford 550mg 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 Rifaford 550mg Tablet

Rifaximin(550mg)

Rifaford tablet uses

{med_name} is used for hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea.

How rifaford tablet works

Rifaford 550mg 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 rifaford 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 Rifaford 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 Rifaford 550mg Tablet

Rifaximin

Q. Should I take Rifaford 550mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifaford 550mg 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 Rifaford 550mg 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. Rifaford 550mg Tablet slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Rifaford 550mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaford 550mg 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 15 April, 2025, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBBS)