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Rifagut 200 Tablet

10 Tablet(s) in Strip

MRP234.38

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Rifagut 200 Tablet

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SUN PHARMA

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Product Summary

Salt Content
Rifaximin(200.0 Mg)
Uses
Bowel disease with diarrhoea
Therapy
Antibiotic
Side effects
Headache, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
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Medical Description

Rifagut 200 tablet is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of infectious diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) with diarrhoea in adults. This tablet contains rifaximin as its active ingredient. It works by killing the growth of bacteria that cause infectious diarrhoea. Rifagut 200 tablet should be used under medical prescription. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. Take tab Rifagut 200 as advised by your doctor. Never missed or skip a dose of this medicine. Incomplete treatment with Rifagut 200 may result in treatment failure.

Uses

Rifagut 200 tablet is used in adults to treat infectious diarrhoea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) with diarrhoea.

Contraindications

  • If you are allergic to rifaximin or any other ingredients of the Rifagut 200 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

  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Fever
  • Gas

Precautions and Warnings

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Pregnancy

Rifagut 200 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.

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Breast Feeding

It is unknown if Rifaximin passes into human milk. Hence, you should not breastfeed, while taking Rifagut 200 tablet. Consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

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Driving

Rifagut 200 tablet may cause dizziness. Thus, avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

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Alcohol

There is no known interaction between alcohol and Rifagut 200 tablet. However, it is essential to consult your physician if you have a habit of regularly consuming alcohol.

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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 Rifagut 200 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

  • Rifagut 200 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

  • Store Rifagut tablets at room temperature in a cool and dry place.
  • Keep it away from children and pets.

Dosage

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 Rifagut 200 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 not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Rifagut 200 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 microorganism. Rifagut 200 tablet does not get absorbed in the bloodstream and passes through the stomach and intestines. Therefore, it is primarily used to treat bacterial infections in the intestine.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

  • Rifagut 200 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 you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations. Also, inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
  • Medicines like erythromycin, warfarin, azithromycin, cyclosporine, diltiazem and anti-fungal medications might interact with Rifagut 200 tablet when taken simultaneously.
  • Rifagut 200 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 Rifagut 200 tablet, to avoid any interaction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, Rifagut 200 is an antibiotic medicine. It is used for the treatment of infectious diarrhea and hepatic encephalopathy.

It is suggested not to miss a dose of antibiotics like Rifagut 200 tablet as it can cause antibiotic resistance. As soon as you recall about the missed dose, take it. However, do not take Rifagut 200 tablet in excess doses to compensate for the missed dose.

Rifagut 200 tablet should not be used in patients with allergic reactions to antibiotics like erythromycin and azithromycin. Inform your doctor about your allergic reaction to the medicine in detail. He might change the prescription if needed.

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.

Rifagut 200 and Rifagut 400, both tablets contain Rifaximin as an active ingredient and are used to treat infectious diarrhoea. Based on the cause and severity of your infection, your doctor will prescribe you the suitable medicine. You should take the medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.

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.

Nausea, flatulence, stomach ache, headache, etc., are a few common side effects of Rifagut 200. However, not everyone experiences it.

No, Rifagut is not an antibiotic. It contains rifaximin, which is an antibiotic medicine.

You should take Rifagut 200 exactly as told by the doctor. It can be taken during or after meals. It would be best if you took it at a fixed time for optimal results and should not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Rifagut can start showing its effect approximately after 1 hour of its consumption. However, it varies among individuals and can also vary due to the severity of the infection. As it is an antibiotic medicine, the complete effect towards the infection could be seen only after completing the full course of antibiotic treatment.

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Manufacturer Details

Brand:RIFAGUT

Manufacturer Name:SUN PHARMA

Address:Lupin Ltd, 4Th Mile,Bhasmey Karmarey- Bhasmey Block Duga Ilaka East Sikkim, Sikkim-737132

Country of Origin:India

Vendor Details

Fulfillment Information: Rifagut 200 MG Tablet (10) will be delivered by a licensed retail pharmacy nearest to your location. Order acceptance and fulfillment are dependent upon the verification of your doctor's valid prescription (where applicable) and the current stock of this medicine.

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