Rifaclean 550 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rifaclean Benefits & Uses

Rifaclean is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

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

Rifaclean 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

Rifaclean Related Warnings

Is the use of Rifaclean safe for pregnant women?

Rifaclean can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Rifaclean safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Rifaclean. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Rifaclean on the Kidneys?

Rifaclean is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rifaclean on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Rifaclean on the Heart?

Using Rifaclean does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifaclean with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Rifaclean Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rifaclean

Is this Rifaclean habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rifaclean 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 Rifaclean as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rifaclean only as per medical advice.

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

Rifaclean is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rifaclean Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rifaclean

It is safe to take Rifaclean with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifaclean

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rifaclean.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rifaclean

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Rifaclean?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Usually, Rifaclean is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rifaclean 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 over 5 years ago

Can Rifaclean cause orange urine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Rifaclean 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

Is Rifaclean safe to use?

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

Yes, Rifaclean 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 over 5 years ago

Can Rifaclean cause bloating?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Rifaclean does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Rifaclean 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Rifaclean without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Rifaclean is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.