Rifakem 200 Tablet
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Rs.162for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Rifakem Tablet
alcohol interaction for Rifakem Tablet
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Rifakem 200 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 Rifakem 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifakem 200 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
Rifakem 200 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 Rifakem 200mg Tablet
Rifaximin(200mg)
Rifakem tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of infectious diarrhea.
How rifakem tablet works
Rifakem 200 Tablet is an antibiotic. Rifakem 200 Tablet inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
Common side effects of rifakem tablet
Headache, Nausea, Fever, Skin rash, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Abdominal pain, Depression, Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages), Muscle spasm, Joint pain, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Breathlessness, Pneumonia, Vomiting, Flatulence, Constipation, Tenesmus (increased urge to pass stools)
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Expert advice FOR Rifakem Tablet
- You have been prescribed Rifaximin for the treatment of infectious diarrhea.
- It should only be taken for a maximum of three days. If your symptoms do not improve after three days, inform your doctor. Do not take a second course of Rifaximin.
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking Rifaximin and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus.
- Finish the full course of the medication, even if you feel better. Stopping the course early increases the risk of coming back of the infection.
Frequently asked questions FOR Rifakem 200mg Tablet
Rifaximin
Q. For how long should you take Rifakem 200 Tablet?
The duration for which you may need to take Rifakem 200 Tablet will depend upon the disease being treated. If it is prescribed for treatment of traveler's diarrhea, it is usually given for 3 days. When given for irritable bowel syndrome, it is usually given for 14 days.
Q. Can Rifakem 200 Tablet cure IBS?
Taking Rifakem 200 Tablet can help improve the symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, it is not sure whether it will cure the disease completely or not. It has been shown that Rifakem 200 Tablet can help improve the symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.
Q. How long does Rifakem 200 Tablet take to work for IBS?
Rifakem 200 Tablet usually starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms like diarrhea improve gradually after you start taking this medication. Usually, taking Rifakem 200 Tablet for 2 weeks relieves the symptoms of IBS. Moreover, it has also been seen that this 2-week course of Rifakem 200 Tablet provides relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.