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Rifagut 400mg (Rifaximin)

$56.00$90.00

Active Ingredient(Generic Name): Rifaximin
Indication: Irritable bowel syndrome, Hepatic encephalopathy
Manufacturer: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Packaging: 10 tablets in 1 strip
Strength: 400mg
Delivery Time: 6 To 15 days

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Pack SizePriceQuantity 
90 Tablet/s $56.00
120 Tablet/s $75.00
150 Tablet/s $90.00
Pack Size

120 Tablet/s, 150 Tablet/s, 90 Tablet/s

PRODUCT DETAILS

About Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s

Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of medicines called ‘antibiotics’ or ‘antibacterials’ used to treat infectious traveller’s diarrhoea (in adults and children above 12 years of age) caused by E coli bacteria, hepatic encephalopathy (decreased brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome with diahhorea (IBS-D). Traveller’s diarrhoea is an infection in which there is a passage of unformed stools. Hepatic encephalopathy causes loss of brain function when a damaged liver is unable to remove toxins from the blood. Irritable bowel syndrome is a condition which affects the large intestine. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s does not work against infections caused by the virus, including cold and flu.

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) occurs due to imbalance in the beneficial bacteria in the gut. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s contains ‘Rifaximin’ that works by working on the bowel and preventing the spread of infections caused due to the loss of the beneficial gut bacteria.  Thus, Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s helps in relieving abdominal pain and diahhorea. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s should not be used in the patients with diarrhoea complicated by fever or blood in the stool and diarrhoea due to pathogens other than Escherichia coli (E coli).

Take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s with or without food but at a common, same time every day. Do not take a double dose to make up the missed ones. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, peripheral oedema (leg swelling), nausea, dizziness, fatigue, ascites (excess fluid build-up in the abdomen), increased liver enzymes (ALT), and nausea. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Before starting Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s, please inform your doctor if you have any allergy (against any antibiotic), kidney or liver problems. Do not take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Do not take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s for more than 3 days unless prescribed; if there is no symptomatic improvement, consult your doctor. Avoid taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; talk to your doctor, he/she may prescribe you with alternate medicine. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children as the efficacy and safety have not been established. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects.

Uses of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s

Traveller’s diarrhoea, Liver encephalopathy, Irritable bowel syndrome due to diarrhoea

Medicinal Benefits

Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat infectious travellers diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea caused by non-invasive strains of E.coli. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, and ammonia producing bacteria. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is a gastrointestinal-selective antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

Directions for Use

The tablet form of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or break the tablet. The liquid form of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s should be taken by mouth using the measuring cup provided by the pack. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s should be taken at fixed intervals every day for best results. The dose of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s can vary depending upon your condition and severity of the infection. Also, it is recommended to complete the course of medicine even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s

Like all medicines, Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Headache, peripheral oedema (leg swelling), nausea, dizziness, fatigue, ascites (excess fluid build-up in the abdomen) and increased liver enzymes (ALT) are the common side-effects of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s. Please consult your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have a fever, blood in stools, passed 8 or more unformed stools in last 24 hours, constipation, vomiting, and abdominal pain caused by blockage of the bowel. Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve, symptoms continue or re-appear even after taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s for 3 days. Do not take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s for more than 3 days unless prescribed; if there is no symptomatic improvement, consult your doctor. Avoid taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding; talk to your doctor, he/she may prescribe you with alternate medicine. Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s is not recommended for children below 12 years of age as the efficacy and safety have not been established. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking and about your health condition to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Patients with liver complications should avoid taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s or consult a doctor before using Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s.

Drug Interactions

 

DRUG-DRUG INTERACTIONS: Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s may interact with the immune system affecting drugs (cyclosporine) and blood thinners (warfarin).

FOOD-DRUG INTERACTIONS: No interactions found/established.

DRUG-DISEASE INTERACTION: Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s should not be taken by the people with colitis (inflammation in the lining of the colon), liver disease and diahhorea caused by other than E coli bacteria.

Safety Advice

  • ALCOHOL

    Please consult your doctor as it is not known whether alcohol affects the working of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s. However, you are advised to limit or avoid alcohol consumption to prevent unpleasant side-effects.

  • PREGNANCY

    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

    It is not recommended to take Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s while you are pregnant. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s can be given to pregnant women or not.

  • BREAST FEEDING

    Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s can be given to breastfeeding mothers or not.

  • DRIVING

    Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s does not affect your ability to drive. However, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel dizzy.

  • LIVER

    Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have liver impairment/liver disease before taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s.

  • KIDNEY

    Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this or if you have kidney impairment/kidney disease before taking Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach, which help indigestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol to treat your condition effectively.
  • Avoid usage of tobacco.
  • To cure your condition effectually complete the full course of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s even though you find symptomatic relief.

Special Advise

  • Prolonged intake of Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s may cause diarrhoea caused by an overgrowth of bacteria known as C. difficile. This can cause mild to severe diarrhoea to life-threatening colitis (colon inflammation).
  • Monitor bleeding time parameters like INR and prothrombin time while using Rifagut 400 Tablet 10’s.

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