Rifaximin
rifAXIMin 100GM of
What is Rifaximin?
Rifaximin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that operates by inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis, thereby suppressing bacterial growth. It is primarily used to treat traveler's diarrhea caused by noninvasive strains of Escherichia coli, and to manage hepatic encephalopathy and irritable bowel syndrome with predominant diarrhea. Notably, rifaximin exhibits a low systemic absorption, allowing it to act directly in the gastrointestinal tract with minimal systemic side effects.Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
Warnings
- May cause severe allergic reactions
- Not to be used in patients with systemic infections
- Risk of bacterial or fungal overgrowth with prolonged use
- Use with caution in patients with liver disease
- Potential risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
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- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Bloating
- Constipation
- Headache
- Abdominal pain
- May cause severe allergic reactions
- Not to be used in patients with systemic infections
- Risk of bacterial or fungal overgrowth with prolonged use
- Use with caution in patients with liver disease
- Potential risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea
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rifAXIMin 100GM of
What is Rifaximin ?
Rifaximin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that operates by inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis, thereby suppressing bacterial growth. It is primarily used to treat traveler's diarrhea caused by noninvasive strains of Escherichia coli, and to manage hepatic encephalopathy and irritable bowel syndrome with predominant diarrhea. Notably, rifaximin exhibits a low systemic absorption, allowing it to act directly in the gastrointestinal tract with minimal systemic side effects.
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