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food interaction for Rifakem Tablet
alcohol interaction for Rifakem Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Rifakem Tablet
lactation interaction for Rifakem Tablet
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Rifakem 550 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Rifakem 550 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Rifakem 550 Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Information regarding the use of Rifakem 550 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Rifakem 550mg Tablet
Rifaximin(550mg)
Rifakem tablet uses
{med_name} is used for hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea.
How rifakem tablet works
Rifakem 550 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 rifakem 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 Rifakem 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 Rifakem 550mg Tablet
Rifaximin
Q. Should I take Rifakem 550 Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifakem 550 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 Rifakem 550 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. Rifakem 550 Tablet slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Rifakem 550 Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually Rifakem 550 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.