Rcifax Dt Tablets

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Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE Description

Rcifax Dt Tablet is an antibiotic that helps the liver to remove harmful toxins from the blood. This helps in preventing brain damage caused by hepatic encephalopathy. It can be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. You should use it in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. To get the most benefit, take Rcifax Dt Tablet at the same time each day. You should continue taking this medicine for as long as your doctor prescribes. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and be harder to treat.

Some people may experience side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. If these side effects bother you or don't go away, consult your doctor. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. This is normal and harmless.

Before starting treatment with Rcifax Dt Tablet, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver, kidney, or heart problems. Also, let your doctor know if you are allergic to any medicine.

Product Summary

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Contains	Rifaximin
Uses	Bowel disease with diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy
Side effects	Headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
Therapy	ANTIBIOTIC

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Rcifax Dt Tablet is used in adults to treat infectious diarrhoea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with diarrhoea.

Contraindications of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

If you are allergic to rifaximin or any other ingredients of the Rcifax Dt Tablet.
If you are suffering from any liver disease.
If you have diarrhoea with blood or fever.
If you have diarrhoea that is caused due to other factors but not bacteria, for example, viral diarrhoea.
If you have symptoms of blockage in the bowel, abdominal pain or constipation.
If you experience allergic reactions after using medicines like rifabutin, rifapentine or rifampicin.

Side effects of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Headache
Fatigue
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Fever
Gas

Precautions and Warnings of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Pregnancy

Can I take Rcifax Dt Tablet during pregnancy?

Rcifax Dt Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is limited information about its safety in pregnant women. It is essential to consult a doctor before starting any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Rcifax Dt Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if Rifaximin passes into human milk. Hence, you should not breastfeed, while taking Rcifax Dt Tablet. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Rcifax Dt Tablet?

Rcifax Dt Tablet may cause dizziness. Thus, avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Rcifax Dt Tablet?

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Rcifax Dt Tablet. However, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regularly consuming alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You experience symptoms like dizziness (or light-headedness), dry mouth, decreased urination and increased thirst.
You experience severe diarrhoea while or after using Rcifax Dt Tablet, discontinue taking the medicine immediately and contact your doctor.
Consume enough fluids and keep yourself hydrated as diarrhoea can cause dehydration.

Directions for Use of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Rcifax Dt Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
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.

Storage and disposal of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Store Rcifax Dt Tablets at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Rcifax Dt Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember. However, if it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do n...

Mode of Action of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

How Does It Work?

Rcifax Dt Tablet slows down the bacterial growth by interfering with the mechanisms of cell growth in the bacterial cell. Thus, stopping the growth and multiplication of the infection causing microorg...

Interactions of Rcifax Dt -100 UNSURE

Interactions with other medicines

Rcifax Dt Tablet may interact with other medications and provide an altered response to the treatment. Notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications (that...
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Medicines like erythromycin, warfarin, azithromycin, cyclosporine, diltiazem and anti-fungal medications might interact with this Tablet when taken simultaneously.
Rcifax Dt Tablet might also interact with cholera and BCG vaccines.

Interactions with food items

Avoid having grapefruit juice or the fruit itself while on treatment with Rcifax Dt Tablet, to avoid any interaction.

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Nikita Toshi

BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Rcifax Dt Tablet an antibiotic?

A: Yes, Rcifax Dt Tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of infectious diarrhea and hepatic encephalopathy.

Q: What should I do if I missed a dose of Rcifax Dt Tablet?

A: It is suggested not to miss a dose of antibiotics like Rcifax Dt Tablet as it can cause antibiotic resistance. As soon as you recall about the missed dose, take it. However, do not take it in excess doses to compensate for the missed dose.

Q: What do I need to inform my doctor about the diarrhoea?

A: Give a detailed nature of the diarrhoea to your doctor, for example, if it is associated with fever or about the presence or absence of blood in the stools. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other antibiotic medications, as some antibiotics might cause diarrhoea.

Q: For how long can I take Rcifax Dt?

A: The doctor will prescribe the medicine to you for a specific duration, depending on the cause and severity of the medical condition. Do not take it for a longer time than your doctor prescribed.

Q: Is there any side effect of Rcifax Dt Tablet?

A: Nausea, flatulence (gas), stomach ache, headache, etc., are a few common side effects of Rcifax Dt Tablet. However, not everyone experiences it.

Q: Is Rcifax Dt a probiotic?

A: No, Rcifax Dt Tablet is not an antibiotic. It contains rifaximin, which is an antibiotic medicine.

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