Rcifax 400mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Rcifax 400 MG Description
Rcifax 400 mg tablet is an antibiotic, which treats diseases related to the digestive system like irritable bowel syndrome and diarrhoea. It contains rifaximin as its active ingredient. It should be
taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. You may experience headaches, nausea, dizziness and weakness after taking this medicine. Most of these are temporary but if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens, you should contact your doctor immediately. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹441.38 |
You Save | ₹28.17 (6% on MRP) |
Contains | Rifaximin(400.0 Mg) |
Uses | Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), travelers diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy (liver dysfunction) |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Rcifax 400 MG
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)(stomach pain, constipation)
- Traveller’s diarrhoea- caused by the common bacteria known as E. coli
- Hepatic encephalopathy (liver dysfunction)
Contraindications of Rcifax 400 MG
Side effects of Rcifax 400 MG
- Stomach pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings of Rcifax 400 MG
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You develop any allergic reaction after taking Rcifax 400 mg tablet
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding
- You are suffering from diarrhoea that is accompanied with fever and blood
- You are suffering from liver disease
Mode of Action of Rcifax 400 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Rcifax 400 MG
- Rcifax 400 mg tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water, do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- It can be taken with or without food.
- It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results.
- You should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Interactions of Rcifax 400 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Rcifax 400 mg tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially, if you are taking antibiotics, blood-thinning medications like warfarin, medicines for the treatment of epilepsy like carbamazepine, lamotrigine, medicines to treat abnormal heartbeats quinidine, amiodarone, procainamide; oral contraceptives, ciclosporin...
Interactions with food items
- Food interaction of this medicine is seen with fruits like grapefruit or its juice hence it should be avoided.
Storage and disposal of Rcifax 400 MG
- Store Rcifax tablets in a dry place at room temperature.
- Keep out of reach from children and pets.
- If the medicine is passed its expiry date or is unused for long you should dispose of.
Dosage of Rcifax 400 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Shall I stop the Rcifax 400 mg tablet if I feel better?
Q: How does Rcifax 400 mg tablet work?
Q: Can I take Rcifax 400 mg tablet for a long term?
Q: I experience blood in my diarrhoea, will Rcifax 400 mg tablet help me?
Q: Are rifaximin and Rcifax the same?
Q: When should I take the Rcifax 400 tab?
Q: What is the composition of Rcifax tablet?
Q: What are the side effects of Rcifax 400?
Q: What is the dose of Rcifax 400?
Q: What are Rcifax 400 tablet uses?
Q: Is tablet Rcifax 400 an antibiotic?
References
- TARGAXAN film-coated tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 1 April 2022]
- Rifaximin- NCBI [Internet]. Ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 1 April 2022]
- Rifaximin (Oral Route) Side Effects - Mayo Clinic [Internet]. Mayoclinic.org. 2021 [cited 1 April 2022]
- XIFAXAN- rifaximin tablet [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 1 April 2022]
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