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Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rifabet 200 Mg 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.
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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Is the use of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet 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.
Is the use of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet 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.
What is the effect of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rifabet is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Rifabet may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rifabet for the heart.
Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet 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 Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet
You can take Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Rifabet 200 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xifaxan® (rifaximin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 681-683
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1096-1097