Rifidor is a prescription medicine that is available as a Suspension, Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rifidor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rifidor. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Rifidor include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rifidor have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rifidor 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rifidor is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Rifidor related warnings talks about Rifidor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rifidor contraindications section.
Additionally, Rifidor may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rifidor is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Rifidor 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rifidor is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rifidor safe for pregnant women?
Rifidor can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Rifidor safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Rifidor. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Kidneys?
Rifidor does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Liver?
Rifidor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rifidor on the Heart?
Rifidor is completely safe for the heart.
Rifidor 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 Rifidor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifidor habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rifidor.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifidor since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Rifidor is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rifidor for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rifidor
Taking Rifidor with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifidor
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rifidor with alcohol.
Rifidor 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).
Yes, Rifidor can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rifidor along with ibuprofen.
No, Rifidor does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Rifidor has been reported to cause weight loss in a few patients with travelers’ diarrhea. If you notice any unusual rapid weight changes after taking this drug then discuss with it your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rifidor 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.
Rifidor works by inhibiting the bacterial protein synthesis which is essential for bacterial growth. The absence of these proteins results in stunned bacterial growth due to which bacteria is not able to survive. For hepatic encephalopathy Rifidor works by inhibiting the growth of enteric ammonia-producing bacteria which are present in our gut, this results in the indirect reduction of serum ammonia level. In irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea, how Rifidor works are still unknown but it is presumed that it works by changing the bacterial flora in small intestine and reduction in gas.
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