C Refa 400mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Rifaximin (400mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Cucard Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
C Refa 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea. This medicine 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.
C Refa 400mg 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.
Should I take C Refa 400mg Tablet with food?
Yes, C Refa 400mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
What does C Refa 400mg Tablet do for the liver?
C Refa 400mg Tablet helps manage symptoms associated with liver disease. It slows down bacterial growth in the gut, reducing toxin buildup and its potential to reach the brain, thereby potentially alleviating some liver-related complications. However, it is important to note that C Refa 400mg Tablet alone cannot cure or reverse liver disease.
Can C Refa 400mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Usually, C Refa 400mg Tablet does not cause significant weight gain. However, if you experience an unusual increase in your body weight, it is essential to consult your doctor for proper evaluation.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. C Refa 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease.
- May cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking C Refa 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using C Refa 400mg Tablet.
- Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with C Refa 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
C Refa 400mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
C Refa 400mg 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.
