Rifaximax Suspension: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Rifaximax Information

Rifaximax is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rifaximax have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rifaximax. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Rifaximax include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rifaximax can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Rifaximax are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

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

Some other conditions that can be affected by Rifaximax are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Rifaximax have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Rifaximax is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Rifaximax Benefits & Uses

Rifaximax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hepatic Encephalopathy

Other Benefits

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

Rifaximax 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

Rifaximax Related Warnings

Is the use of Rifaximax safe for pregnant women?

Rifaximax 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 Rifaximax safe during breastfeeding?

Rifaximax may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Rifaximax on the Kidneys?

Using Rifaximax does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rifaximax on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Rifaximax on the Heart?

Rifaximax is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rifaximax with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amiodarone

Clarithromycin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Warfarin

Rifaximax Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rifaximax

Is this Rifaximax habit forming or addictive?

Rifaximax is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rifaximax only as per medical advice.

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

No, Rifaximax is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Rifaximax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rifaximax

Taking Rifaximax with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifaximax

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rifaximax

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rifaximax cause bloating?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

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

How to take Rifaximax?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Rifaximax can be taken 2 -3 times a day by mouth or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food as the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Rifaximax with ibuprofen?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rifaximax can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rifaximax along with ibuprofen.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Rifaximax without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

No, Rifaximax 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Rifaximax a penicillin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Rifaximax is not a penicillin. It contains rifaximin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic and an analog of rifampicin. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of travelers’ diarrhea (TD), hepatic encephalopathy, and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).