Rifastop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Rifastop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Rifastop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Rifastop are Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rifastop have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Rifastop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rifastop is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Rifastop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rifastop related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Rifastop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Rifastop with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifastop is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rifastop is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rifastop is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rifastop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rifastop. If you are pregnant, do not take Rifastop without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rifastop safe during breastfeeding?
Rifastop should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rifastop on the Kidneys?
Rifastop is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifastop on the Liver?
Rifastop may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rifastop on the Heart?
Rifastop is not harmful for the heart.
Rifastop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rifastop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifastop habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rifastop is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rifastop will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rifastop only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rifastop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rifastop
You can take Rifastop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifastop
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifastop.
Rifastop can be taken 2 -3 times a day by mouth or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver function.
Discontinuing Rifastop on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
No, Rifastop is not a penicillin. It contains rifaximin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic and an analog of rifampicin. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of travelers’ diarrhea (TD), hepatic encephalopathy, and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Rifastop works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. For hepatic encephalopathy Rifastop works by inhibiting the growth of enteric ammonia-producing bacteria which are present in our gut, this results in the indirect reduction of serum ammonia level. In irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, how Rifastop works are still unknown but it is presumed that it works by changing the bacterial flora in small intestine and reduction in gas.
Yes, Rifastop can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rifastop along with ibuprofen.
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