Rifabet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rifabet Information

Rifabet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Rifabet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Rifabet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Rifabet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rifabet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Rifabet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Rifabet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Rifabet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rifabet related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Rifabet have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Rifabet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifabet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Rifabet Benefits & Uses
Rifabet Dosage & How to Take
Rifabet Side Effects
Rifabet Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rifabet with Other Drugs
Rifabet Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rifabet
Rifabet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rifabet Benefits & Uses

Rifabet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

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

Rifabet 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

Rifabet Related Warnings

Is the use of Rifabet safe for pregnant women?

Rifabet shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Rifabet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Rifabet. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Rifabet on the Kidneys?

Rifabet is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rifabet on the Liver?

Rifabet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rifabet on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Rifabet for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifabet with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Rifabet Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rifabet

Is this Rifabet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rifabet has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifabet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rifabet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Rifabet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Rifabet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rifabet

You can take Rifabet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifabet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rifabet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rifabet

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rifabet cause orange urine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Rifabet 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Rifabet cause constipation?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rifabet might cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Rifabet safe to use?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Yes, Rifabet is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Rifabet?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Rifabet is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rifabet as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Rifabet?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Rifabet is a brand name of rifaximin and it comes in the form of tablet and syrup. It is a prescription drug and a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention of travelers’ diarrhea (TD) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and to reduce the risk of hepatic encephalopathy (a brain disorder that causes decline in functioning of the brain due to accumulation of ammonia in which results from the liver damage) along with lactulose. It is also used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).