Rifzen 400mg Tablet
strip of 10.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Rifaximin (400mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Zootax Biotec Inc. |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Rifzen 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic used to treat hepatic encephalopathy and infectious diarrhea by killing harmful bacteria in the intestines. Rifzen 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition where 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 and may be taken with or without food. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. 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 do not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine, but it is normal and harmless. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver, kidney, or heart problems, or if you are allergic to any medicine.
Rifzen 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic that 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). It also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.
Should I take Rifzen 400mg Tablet with food?
Yes, Rifzen 400mg Tablet can be taken orally with or without food. It is recommended to take the medication with a glass of water as prescribed by your doctor for the exact duration of treatment.
What effects does Rifzen 400mg Tablet have on the liver?
Rifzen 400mg Tablet can help manage symptoms associated with liver disease. It accomplishes this by reducing the growth of bacteria in the intestine, thereby decreasing the load of toxins entering the bloodstream and potentially reaching the brain, which can cause abnormal function.
Can Rifzen 400mg Tablet cause weight gain?
Rifzen 400mg Tablet is generally not associated with significant weight gain. However, if you observe any increase in your weight, it is important to consult your doctor for further evaluation and guidance.
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. Rifzen 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Rifzen 400mg Tablet reduces the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy (HE) recurrence in patients with liver disease.
- It may cause reddish discoloration of urine. This is normal and harmless.
- Stop taking Rifzen 400mg Tablet and inform your doctor if you have severe diarrhea during or after using Rifzen 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 Rifzen 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Rifzen 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
Rifzen 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.
