Rifakem 200 Tablet

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Rifakem 200 Tablet

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Rifakem Information



Rifakem Benefits & Uses

Rifakem is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Rifakem 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

Rifakem Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Rifakem safe for pregnant women?


    Rifakem 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 Rifakem safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Rifakem on the Kidneys?


    Rifakem is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Rifakem on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Rifakem on the Heart?


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Rifakem with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Rifakem Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Rifakem

  • Is this Rifakem habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Rifakem.

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


    Rifakem does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Rifakem 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 Rifakem in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Rifakem Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Rifakem


    You can take Rifakem with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Rifakem


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Rifakem

Question about 5 years ago

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

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Rifakem cause fatigue?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Rarely, Rifakem 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

Can Rifakem cause orange urine?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Rifakem 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

Can I discontinue Rifakem on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Discontinuing Rifakem on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

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

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

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



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


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

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