Curifix 200mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Rifaximin (200mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Alvio Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Curifix 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. Curifix 200mg Tablet 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.
Curifix 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. Curifix 200mg Tablet inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
How long should you take Curifix 200mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment with Curifix 200mg Tablet varies depending on the specific condition being treated. For example, it is generally prescribed for a minimum of 3 days if used to manage traveler's diarrhea. However, for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the typical treatment duration is 14 days.
Does Curifix 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
While taking Curifix 200mg Tablet can significantly improve symptoms and reduce the recurrence of IBS, it's not a guaranteed cure. Its effectiveness in managing IBS is seen through its ability to alleviate diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. It's crucial to consult your healthcare professional for personalized guidance on treating IBS.
How long does it take for Curifix 200mg Tablet to work?
Curifix 200mg Tablet usually starts showing positive effects within 24 to 48 hours. You may observe gradual improvement in symptoms like diarrhea as you start taking the medication. Typically, a two-week course of Curifix 200mg Tablet provides relief for IBS symptoms for up to 10 weeks even after stopping the medication.
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. Curifix 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- You have been prescribed Curifix 200mg Tablet for the treatment of infectious diarrhea.
- It should only be taken for a maximum of three days. If your symptoms do not improve after three days, inform your doctor. Do not take a second course of Curifix 200mg Tablet.
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking Curifix 200mg Tablet and inform your doctor if your diarrhoea gets worse or starts to contain blood or mucus.
- Finish the full course of the medication even if you feel better. Stopping the course early increases the risk of coming back of the infection.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Curifix 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Curifix 200mg 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
Curifix 200mg 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.
