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Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Other than this, Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.
Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Some other side effects of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Rifnim 200 Mg 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 Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rifnim has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Rifnim without medical advice.
Is the use of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rifnim may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rifnim should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rifnim is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Rifnim rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Rifnim is completely safe for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rifnim 200 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
No, Rifnim 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).
Yes, Rifnim can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Rifnim 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.
Yes, Rifnim 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.
No, Rifnim 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.
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