Rifagut 400mg Rifaximin Tablet

Rifagut 400mg Tablet Description:

Rifagut 400mg Tablet is an antibiotic, Rifaximin as its active ingredient. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the gastrointestinal tract which reduces recurrence of hepatic encephalopathy.

Uses Of Rifagut 400mg Tablet:

Rifagut 400mg Tablet is used in irritable bowel syndrome and hepatic encephalopathy. It is also used in the treatment of travelers diarrhea.

Side Effects Of Rifagut 400mg Tablet:

Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Headache, Flatulence, Bloating, Constipation.

Dosage:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rifagut 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

FAQs

Is Rifagut 400mg an antibiotic?
Yes, Rifagut 400mg is an antibiotic that kills bacteria, which can cause a disease called hepatic encephalopathy (symptoms include agitation, confusion, muscle problems, difficulty in speaking and in some cases coma).

Can I take Rifagut 400mg with amoxicillin?
Rifagut 400mg can be taken with amoxicillin as no interactions have been reported between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Is Rifagut 400mg safe?
Yes, Rifagut 400mg is a safe medicine. However, it has its own side effects. It should always be taken for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Is Rifagut 400mg a penicillin?
Rifagut 400mg is not a penicillin. It is a non-aminoglycoside semi-synthetic, nonsystemic antibiotic derived from rifamycin .

Does Rifagut 400mg kill good bacteria?
Rifagut 400mg like other antibiotics can alter the normal bacteria in the intestine and this can lead to severe diarrhea.