Rifawar 550mg Tablet
Rs.204for 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each)
food interaction for Rifawar Tablet
alcohol interaction for Rifawar Tablet
pregnancy interaction for Rifawar Tablet
lactation interaction for Rifawar Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Rifawar 550mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
None
None
CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifawar 550mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rifawar 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
Rifawar 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 Rifawar 550mg Tablet
Rifaximin(550mg)
Rifawar tablet uses
{med_name} is used for hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea.
How rifawar tablet works
Rifawar 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 rifawar 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
SUBSTITUTES FOR Rifawar Tablet
138 Substitutes
138 Substitutes
Sorted By
Rs. 515pay 139% more per Tablet- Rs. 387pay 84% more per Tablet
- Rs. 586.40pay 179% more per Tablet
- Rs. 547.50pay 162% more per Tablet
- Rs. 540pay 122% more per Tablet
Related Products
Polybion Lc Syrup Delicious Mango₹ 229.6
Charak Livomyn Syrup₹ 150
Himalaya Liv.52 DS Syrup | For Appetite, Growth & Stomach Care₹ 195
Polybion Lc Mango Syrup₹ 76.1
Aimil Amlycure DS Syrup | Stomach Care₹ 151
Hepa Merz OA Syrup₹ 489
Stimuliv Syrup₹ 108
Tefroliv Forte Syrup₹ 206.91
Mariliv Tablet with Silymarin and Choline Bitartrate₹ 196
Liveril Tablet₹ 385
Expert advice FOR Rifawar 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 Rifawar 550mg Tablet
Rifaximin
Q. Should I take Rifawar 550mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifawar 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 Rifawar 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. Rifawar 550mg Tablet slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Rifawar 550mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually Rifawar 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.