RIFAWAR 400 Tablet 10's
RIFAWAR 400 Tablet 10's
RIFAWAR 400 Tablet 10's

RIFAWAR 400 Tablet 10's

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Generic Name
Rifaximin 400 mg
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How RIFAWAR 400 TABLET Works

RIFAWAR 400 TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for gastrointestinal and liver diseases. It manages hepatic encephalopathy by managing the growth of ammonia (toxin)-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This reduces toxin accumulation in the blood and eventually protects your body from the harmful effects of the accumulated toxins. As a result, it manages the onset of disorders caused due to toxin accumulation (such as hepatic encephalopathy) and reduces their recurrence.

How to use RIFAWAR 400 TABLET

  • Take RIFAWAR 400 TABLET as advised by your physician
  • Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
  • Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection
  • Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor even if you feel better during the midway of the therapy

Side Effects Of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET

Common side effects of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET:

  • dizziness, tiredness
  • nausea, dehydration
  • swelling of the hands and legs
  • fluid accumulation in the stomach
  • constipation, stomach pain, flatulence, diarrhea

 

Warning & Precautions

Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

There is no proper information regarding the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET in pregnant women.

Breastfeeding

Contraindicated

RIFAWAR 400 TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women due to lack of safety data.  

Kidney

Use with Caution

RIFAWAR 400 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases.  

Liver

Use with Caution

RIFAWAR 400 TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver impairment.  

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not take RIFAWAR 400 TABLET if you are allergic to rifaximin or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

There is no proper information regarding the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET in children and in adolescents (aged below 18 years).  

Use In Geriatrics

Use with Caution

RIFAWAR 400 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or above).  

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking RIFAWAR 400 TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

  • oral contraceptives (Ex. ethinyl estradiol)
  • calcium-channel blockers (Ex. verapamil)
  •  benzodiazepines (Ex. midazolam)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more RIFAWAR 400 TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug :   Rifaximin
Pharmacological Category :   Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication :   Hepatic encephalopathy          
Dosage Forms :   Tablet, Syrup, Suspension

More Information

Storage

  • Keep the medicine out of reach of children
  • Store RIFAWAR 400 TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About RIFAWAR 400 TABLET

Q: Can I stop taking RIFAWAR 400 TABLET suddenly?

A: No. Do not stop taking RIFAWAR 400 TABLET even if you feel better during the midway of the therapy. Take the medicine for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor.

Q: Can the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET cause tiredness?

A: Yes. It may make you feel tired. This may happen due to fluid loss from the body. If you feel tired, rest, and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any heavy tools or machines.

Q: Can I take RIFAWAR 400 TABLET during pregnancy?

A: There is no proper information regarding the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET in pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Q: Can RIFAWAR 400 TABLET be used in children?

A: There is no proper information regarding the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET in children and in adolescents (aged below 18 years).  

Q: Is RIFAWAR 400 TABLET a strong antibiotic?

A: Yes. RIFAWAR 400 TABLET is a potent antibiotic with bactericidal and bacteriostatic effects. It can effectively work against the bacteria and manages their multiplication within our body.

Q: What is RIFAWAR 400 TABLET used for?

A: RIFAWAR 400 TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to manage hepatic encephalopathy. It works against the toxin producing bacteria within the body which eventually protects our body from the harmful effects of the accumulated toxins.

Q: Can the use of RIFAWAR 400 TABLET cause red urine?

A: Yes. RIFAWAR 400 TABLET may cause pink or reddish discoloration of urine. This is usually harmless and disappears after stopping the therapy. However, consult your doctor if it bothers you.

Q: How to take RIFAWAR 400 TABLET?

A: Take the as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food. Continue to take the medicine for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor even if you feel better during the midway of the therapy.

Q: What RIFAWAR 400 TABLET does to my body?

A: RIFAWAR 400 TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for gastrointestinal and liver diseases. It manages hepatic encephalopathy by managing the growth of toxin-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This reduces toxin accumulation in the blood and eventually protects the body from the harmful effects of the accumulated toxins. As a result, it manages the onset of disorders caused due to toxin accumulation (such as hepatic encephalopathy) and reduces their recurrence.

References

1. KD. Tripathi. Drugs for constipation and diarrhoea. Essentials of Pharmacology. Seventh edition. 2013. Page – 681.

2. Maddalena Diana Iadevaia, Anna Del Prete, Claudia Cesaro, Laura Gaeta, Claudio Zulli, and Carmelina Loguercio. Rifaximin in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy. NIH: National Library of Medicine, National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC, PubMed central. December 2011. [Accessed on 2nd June 2022] click here

3. Ciplamed. Rixmin. [Revised in November 2013] [Accessed on 2nd June 2022] click here

Author Details

Written By Srilekha. R - B.Pharm
Reviewed By Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle - MBBS, MD(Pharmacology) View profile
Last updated on 23 Nov 2024 | 05:06 PM(IST)
    Net Qty
    1 N
    Shelf Life
    720 Days
    Item Weight
    17.5 g
    Ingredient
    Rifaximin 400 mg
    Hsn Code
    30049087
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