Rifaximin Tablets

Rifaximin Tablets (Rifagut) - Product Information

Rifagut tablets, also known as Generic Rifaximin is an antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the intestine. Rifagut tablets contain Rifaximin as the active ingredient, which is beneficial for the treatment and prevention of intestinal infections which are correctly diagnosed as bacterial infections.
Rifaximin tablets exerts its mechanism of action directly in the intestines by passing through the stomach and evading its absorption into the bloodstream.
Rifagut tablets are also useful for the treatment of Travelers’ diarrhea in children who are at least 12 years of age, caused the consumption of food and drinks contaminated by the bacteria E. coli. Rifaximin tablets are also recommended to reduce the possibility of decreased brain function in adults diagnosed with liver failure (hepatic encephalopathy) because when the detoxification function of the liver is inhibited, there is an increased accumulation of toxic substances in the body, which eventually affects the functioning of the brain.
Rifaximin tablets can only be used for bacterial infections affecting the intestinal tract and cannot be used for the treatment of bacterial infections in any other part of the body and also any viral infections.
In our online pharmacy, Rifagut tablets are available in the strength of 200 mg, 400 mg and 550 mg of Rifaximin.
We also have in stock Ciplox Tablets (Generic Ciprofloxacin) which is also used for the effective treatment of various types of bacterial infections of the eye, ears, teeth, chest, prostate, digestive system, bone and joint. Ciprofloxacin HCl tablets are also effective for the treatment of urine tract infections (UTI) and sexually transmitted infections/disease (STD).

Name of the Drug

Rifagut tablets.
Rifagut tablets are also available under different brand names such as Rcifax, Rifagut Film-Coated Tab, and Torfix Tab. Rifagut tablets are also known as Generic Rifaximin tablets.

Manufacturer of Rifagut Tablets

Rifagut tablets, available in our online pharmacy are manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited, India  
Website: www.sunpharma.com

Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient

The active ingredient present in Rifagut tablets is Rifaximin.
Each Rifagut tablet contains 200 mg, 400 mg or 550 mg of Rifaximin. The inactive ingredients present in Generic Rifaximin pills are colloidal silicon dioxide, disodium edetate, glycerol palmitostearate, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, red iron oxide, sodium starch glycolate, talc, and titanium dioxide.

Rifagut Tablets Indications - What is Rifaximin Used For?

Rifagut tablets, manufactured by Sun Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in strengths of 200 mg, 400 mg and 550 mg, is an antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infections of the intestines.
Rifagut tablets are semisynthetic, rifamycin-based non-systemic antibiotic which exerts its mechanism of action directly in the intestines by passing through the stomach and evading its absorption into the bloodstream. Rifagut tablets contain Rifaximin as the active ingredient, which is beneficial for the treatment and prevention of intestinal infections which are correctly diagnosed as bacterial infections.
Rifagut tablets are also useful for the treatment of Travelers' diarrhea in children who are at least 12 years of age, caused by the consumption of food and drinks contaminated by the bacteria E. coli. Rifaximin tablets are also recommended to reduce the possibility of decreased brain function in adults diagnosed with liver failure (hepatic encephalopathy) because when the detoxification function of the liver is inhibited, there is an increased accumulation of toxic substances in the body, which eventually affects the functioning of the brain.
Rifaximin tablets can also be used for bacterial infections affecting the intestinal tract and cannot be used for the treatment of bacterial infections in any other part of the body or even viral infections.

Generic Rifaximin Dosage - How to Take Rifagut Tablets?

Generic Rifaximin tablets should be administered exactly as suggested by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend a dosage of Rifagut tablets depending on your age, medical requirement, body weight, other medical conditions, and current medications.
Rifaximin tablets should be swallowed with a glass of water. Rifaximin tablets can be administered either before or after a meal. Your doctor may alter the dosage of Rifagut tablets depending on your response to treatment and the severity of the medical condition. Antibiotics such as Rifagut tablets work effectively if the amount of the Rifaximin is maintained at a constant level in the body. You should be systematic about the daily schedule for the medication such that you take Rifaximin tablets at about the same time every day, to get the maximum benefit of the medication.
Continue taking Rifaximin tablets without missing any doses for the recommended treatment period and do not stop the treatment suddenly even if you feel better because abrupt discontinuation of treatment may result in antibiotic resistance of the bacteria and further relapse of the bacterial infection.
The recommended dosage of Rifaximin tablets for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy in adults is 550 mg, administered twice a day. The recommended dosage of Rifaximin tablets for the treatment of Travelers’ Diarrhea in adults is 200 mg, administered thrice a day for a period of three days.
The recommended dosage of Rifaximin tablets for the treatment of Travelers’ Diarrhea in children is 200 mg, administered thrice a day for a period of three days.
Please consult your doctor for exact dosing instructions. Rifagut tablets (Generic Rifaximin tablets) should be administered in the dose prescribed by the doctor and for the duration recommended by the doctor.

Missed Dose

If you miss your regular dose of Rifaximin tablets, take it as soon as you remember. You can continue your regular schedule the next day. If you remember the missed Rifaximin tablets the next day, take your regular dose and skip the missed dose.
Do not take a double dose to compensate the missed dose of Rifaximin tablets.

Rifaximin Mechanism of Action – How Does Rifagut Work?

Rifaximin tablets are antibiotics which are beneficial for the treatment of bacterial infections of the intestines. Rifaximin restricts the transcription of bacterial DNA by attaching to the ß-subunit of bacterial RNA polymerase, resulting in the obstruction of the translocation step that generally occurs after the establishment of the first phosphodiester bond in the transcription process.
Inhibition of the vital transcription process shuts down the cell machinery of the bacteria, eventually resulting in its death.

Storage Instructions for Rifagut Tablets

Store Rifagut tablets (Generic Rifaximin) at controlled room temperature (20°C to 25°C),protected from heat, moisture, and sunlight. Excursions are permitted from 15°C to 30°C.
Retain the original packing of the medication and do not consume Rifaximin tablets (Rifagut) beyond its expiration date printed on the blister pack. Keep the pack of Generic Rifaximin tablets away from the reach of children and pets. Do not discard Rifaximin tablets along with domestic waste or sewage. Consult your doctor or pharmacist about the correct method of disposal.

Contraindications

Rifagut tablets are contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Rifaximin or any inactive ingredient present in Rifagut tablets.
Rifagut tablets are also contraindicated in patients suffering from diarrhea along with fever or presence of blood in the stool or diarrhea caused by pathogens other than Escherichia coli.

Overdose

No specific information is available on the treatment of overdosage with Rifaximin Tablets (Rifagut). In clinical studies at doses higher than the recommended dose (greater than 600 mg per day for TD, greater than 1,100 mg per day for HE or greater than 1,650 mg per day for IBS-D), adverse reactions were similar in subjects who received doses higher than the recommended dose and placebo. In the case of overdosage, discontinue Rifagut Tablets, treat symptomatically, and institute supportive measures as required.

Warnings and Precautions to be taken when using Rifaximin Tablets

Medical History
Before beginning the treatment with Rifagut tablets (Generic Rifaximin tablets), discuss your personal and family medical history with your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have liver disease, diarrhea with fever, or diarrhea that is watery or has blood in it.
Allergy
Please inform your doctor if you have an allergy or have had an allergic reaction in the past to Rifaximin or any inactive ingredient in Rifagut tablets (Generic Rifaximin tablets) or to medications such as rifabutin (Mycobutin), rifampin (Rifater, Rifadin, Rifamate), or rifapentine (Priftin). Please tell your doctor if you have any other allergies.
Rifaximin Interactions
Before beginning the oral therapy of Rifagut tablets, please tell your doctor about all your present medications including prescription drugs, over the counter medications, mineral supplements, herbal products, and vitamins. Generic Rifaximin tablets are known to have drug interactions with certain other medications. Please inform your doctor if you are taking cyclosporine; lopinavir and ritonavir; an antibiotic - azithromycin, clarithromycin, erythromycin; antifungal medicine - itraconazole, ketoconazole; or heart or blood pressure medicine - amiodarone, captopril, carvedilol, diltiazem, dronedarone, felodipine, quinidine, ranolazine, verapamil.
Rifagut and Alcohol
Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Generic Rifaximin tablets (Rifagut tablets) because it may increase the risk of certain side effects.
Rifaximin Tablets - Driving and Other Activities
Rifaximin tablets may make you light-headed or impair your vision. Avoid activities such as driving, using machinery, or performing any activity that requires complete vigilance or perfect vision until you are sure about your safety.
Live Vaccinations, Surgery and Regular Medical Tests
If you plan to have live vaccinations, surgery or any dental procedure, inform your doctor, anesthetist, or dentist about your course of Rifaximin tablets. In case of an emergency medical treatment, please inform the practitioner about your course of Rifaximin tablets and the details of your last dose.

Side Effects of Rifagut Tablets

The following side effects have been reported during the course of treatment with Rifagut tablets (Generic Rifaximin tablets):

• Central Nervous System- headache, dizziness
• Gastrointestinal System- bloating, gas, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation
• Genitourinary System- immediate evacuation of bowels
• Musculoskeletal System- stiffness, uncontrolled muscle movements, jaw, neck, or muscle spasms
• Hypersensitivity- hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, throat, hands, feet; tightness in the chest; redness
• General- fatigue, ascites, tired feeling

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of these side effects. This is not an exhaustive list of all the potential side effects of Rifagut tablets. Please contact your doctor immediately in case you develop any other medical conditions during the course of treatment with Rifaximin tablets.

Rifaximin Tablets During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Rifaximin (Rifagut tablets) has been classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category C.
The administration of Rifagut Tablets during pregnancy is not known to cause any birth defects in the fetus. It is not known if Rifaximin is transmitted to a baby through breastmilk. Pregnant women and nursing mothers should, however, consult their doctor before using Rifagut tablets for the treatment of their intestinal bacterial infection.
Do not use this medicine without your doctor's consent in case you are pregnant. Stop using this medication and inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant during treatment.

Buy Generic Rifaximin 200 mg, 400 mg and 550 mg Pills Online From Only $1.20 per Pill

You can buy Generic Rifaximin tablets online from Everest Online Pharmacy at a cheap price. Rifagut 200 mg, 400 mg and 550 mg pills, manufactured by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd., India, are supplied in a blister strip of 10 tablets. The 200 mg tablets are priced at only $1.20 per unit if you place an order for 360 tablets, the 400 mg tablets are priced at $2.05 per unit for the same quantity whereas the 550 mg tablets are priced at $2.60 per unit for the same quantity.

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