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Rixmin 200 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Hepatic Encephalopathy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Rixmin 200 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rixmin 200 Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rixmin 200 Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rixmin 200 Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Rixmin 200 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Rixmin 200 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rixmin 200 Tablet related warnings talks about Rixmin 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rixmin 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Rixmin 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rixmin 200 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rixmin 200 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 Rixmin 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Rixmin. If you are pregnant, do not take Rixmin without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Rixmin 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Rixmin may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rixmin 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rixmin does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rixmin 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Rixmin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Rixmin 200 Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Rixmin without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rixmin 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rixmin 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Rixmin 200 Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rixmin 200 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Rixmin 200 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rixmin 200 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rixmin 200 Tablet
Taking Rixmin 200 Tablet with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rixmin 200 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rixmin 200 Tablet with alcohol.
Usually, Rixmin is given for short-term treatment 2 -14 days which might vary depending on the patient's medical condition. Take Rixmin as directed by your doctor to ensure complete eradication of infection. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid bacterial resistance.
Yes, Rixmin can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rixmin along with ibuprofen.
No, Rixmin 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.
No, Rixmin does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Rixmin 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.
Yes, Rixmin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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