Regut 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Lemford Biotech Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Rifaximin (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Regut 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Regut 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.
Directions for Use
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. Regut 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Regut 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Regut 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 Warning
Regut 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.
How it works
Regut 200mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It inhibits the bacteria's ability to make proteins and stops the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhea.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Regut 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 Regut 200mg Tablet. It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless. Stop taking Regut 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How long should you take Regut 200mg Tablet for?
The duration of treatment with Regut 200mg Tablet will depend on the specific condition being treated. For traveler's diarrhea, it is typically prescribed for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), treatment may last for 14 days.
Does Regut 200mg Tablet cure IBS?
Regut 200mg Tablet can help to manage symptoms and reduce the frequency of attacks. However, it is important to note that complete remission of IBS is not guaranteed. While it has been observed to alleviate symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort, a definitive cure may still require long-term management by a qualified healthcare professional.
How long does Regut 200mg Tablet take to show effects for IBS?
Regut 200mg Tablet often starts working within 24 to 48 hours. Symptoms like diarrhea begin to improve gradually after starting the medication. For many, taking Regut 200mg Tablet for two weeks offers significant relief from IBS symptoms. In some cases, this treatment regimen can provide symptom relief for up to 10 weeks even after discontinuation of medication.
