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Rcifax 400 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rcifax 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Rcifax 400 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Rcifax 400 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Rcifax 400 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Rcifax 400 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Rcifax 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rcifax 400 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rcifax 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Rcifax 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Rcifax 400 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 Rcifax 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rcifax should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Rcifax 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Rcifax may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Rcifax on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Rcifax is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rcifax 400 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Rcifax for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rcifax 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rcifax 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rcifax 400 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 Rcifax 400 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rcifax 400 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Rcifax 400 Tablet in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Rcifax 400 Tablet
You can take Rcifax 400 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rcifax 400 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rcifax 400 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Rcifax might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
Usually, Rcifax is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rcifax as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
Rarely, Rcifax 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.
Yes, Rcifax 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.
No, Rcifax does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Rcifax 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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