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RFX Benefits & Uses

RFX is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Travelers Diarrhea

RFX Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 g Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Traveler's Diarrhea Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

RFX Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when RFX is used -

Moderate

Increased Liver Enzymes
Peripheral Edema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Pharyngitis
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Rash
Fatigue
पेट दर्द
Vertigo

Common

पेट की गैस
Bloating or fullness
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

RFX Related Warnings

Is the use of RFX safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking RFX. If you are pregnant, do not take RFX without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of RFX safe during breastfeeding?

Taking RFX may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. RFX should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of RFX on the Kidneys?

RFX is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of RFX on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of RFX on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of RFX on the Heart?

RFX is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of RFX with Other Drugs

RFX should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

RFX Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take RFX unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about RFX

Is this RFX habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of RFX has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking RFX as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

RFX should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of RFX in mental disorders is not effective.

No

RFX Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and RFX

It is safe to take RFX with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and RFX

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking RFX with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about RFX

Question over 5 years ago

Does RFX work for SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

The use of RFX for the treatment of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) is not approved and scientific evidence supporting its use for SIBO is not sufficient.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take RFX with amoxicillin?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, RFX can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does RFX kill H pylori?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

RFX in combination with other antibiotics might be used to eradicate Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) but it is generally not used and not approved for the treatment of the infection caused by H. pylori.

Question over 5 years ago

Does RFX cause fatigue?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Rarely, RFX causes fatigue. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is RFX helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, RFX is used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D). It has been found very effective for IBS-D. RFX is given three times a day up to 14 days in patients of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea.