Zimigut 550 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Other than this, Zimigut 550 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Zimigut 550 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Zimigut 550 Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Zimigut 550 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zimigut 550 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Zimigut 550 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zimigut 550 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Zimigut 550 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Zimigut 550 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zimigut 550 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Zimigut 550 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zimigut 550 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zimigut 550 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zimigut. If you are pregnant, do not take Zimigut without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Zimigut 550 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Zimigut may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zimigut 550 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Zimigut is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Zimigut 550 Tablet on the Liver?
Zimigut may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Zimigut 550 Tablet on the Heart?
Zimigut is completely safe for the heart.
Zimigut 550 Tablet 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 Zimigut 550 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zimigut 550 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zimigut 550 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 Zimigut 550 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Zimigut 550 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Zimigut 550 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zimigut 550 Tablet
You can take Zimigut 550 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zimigut 550 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zimigut 550 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Zimigut 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.
Zimigut 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.
No, Zimigut does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug but Zimigut 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.
No, Zimigut 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).
Zimigut 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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