Rifaximax Suspension
Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)
by Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension
About this medicine
Rifaximax Suspension is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It kills and stops the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This way it helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea. Rifaximax Suspension can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, fever, dizziness, nausea, and chills. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But, it is normal and harmless. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Infectious diarrhea
Benefits
In treatment of Infectious diarrhea
Infectious diarrhea is a condition characterized by the sudden onset of loose or watery stools caused by harmful microorganisms in the digestive system. Rifaximax Suspension helps treat infectious diarrhea by targeting and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This medicine interferes with the bacteria's ability to make important proteins they need to survive and multiply. This helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea and helps you feel better.
How it works
Rifaximax Suspension is an antibiotic. it inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of the bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Rifaximax Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Peripheral edema
- Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity)
- Fatigue
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rifaximax Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Rifaximax Suspension 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.
- Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Rifaximax Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
- DrivingSAFE
- Rifaximax Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Rifaximax Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Rifaximax Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCAUTION
- Rifaximax Suspension should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rifaximax Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Rifamycin derivatives
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Gastro intestinal
- Action Class
- RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins
Frequently asked questions
Can Rifaximax Suspension cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaximax Suspension 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.
Should I take Rifaximax Suspension with food?
Yes, Rifaximax Suspension 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.
For how long should you take Rifaximax Suspension?
The duration for which you may need to take Rifaximax Suspension 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.
Can Rifaximax Suspension cure IBS?
Taking Rifaximax Suspension 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 Rifaximax Suspension can help improve the symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.
How long does Rifaximax Suspension take to work for IBS?
Rifaximax Suspension usually starts acting within 24 to 48 hours. The symptoms like diarrhea improve gradually after you start taking this medication. Usually, taking Rifaximax Suspension for 2 weeks relieves the symptoms of IBS. Moreover, it has also been seen that this 2-week course of Rifaximax Suspension provides relief for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Zuventus Healthcare Ltd
- Salt composition
- Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)
- Pack
- bottle of 60 ml Oral Suspension
- Dosage form
- Syrup
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.