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Rifagut 550 Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Other than this, Rifagut 550 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rifagut 550 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Rifagut 550 Tablet are Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rifagut 550 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Rifagut 550 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Rifagut 550 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rifagut 550 Tablet related warnings talks about Rifagut 550 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Rifagut 550 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Rifagut 550 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifagut 550 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rifagut 550 Tablet 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.
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Is the use of Rifagut 550 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rifagut. If you are pregnant, do not take Rifagut without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rifagut 550 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Rifagut may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rifagut 550 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rifagut on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifagut 550 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Rifagut rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rifagut 550 Tablet on the Heart?
Rifagut is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rifagut 550 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifagut 550 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Rifagut 550 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rifagut 550 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rifagut 550 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rifagut 550 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rifagut 550 Tablet
Taking Rifagut 550 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifagut 550 Tablet
Information about the interaction of Rifagut 550 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Usually, Rifagut is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rifagut as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
No, Rifagut does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Rifagut has been reported to cause weight loss in a few patients with travelers’ diarrhea. If you notice any unusual rapid weight changes after taking this drug then discuss with it your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Rifagut may cause orange urine because it is an analog of rifampicin. This side effect is reversible and unharmful in nature which goes away after discontinuation of this drug.
Rifagut 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 Rifagut 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 Rifagut works are still unknown but it is presumed that it works by changing the bacterial flora in small intestine and reduction in gas.
No, Rifagut does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Rifagut helps in reducing bloating and flatulence in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients by controlling the bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine which is responsible for producing gas that causes bloating and flatulence.
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