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Rifaxisal
Rifaxisal Products are primarily used for
Hepatic encephalopathy
About Rifaxisal Products
Uses of Rifaxisal Products
Rifaximin is used in hepatic encephalopathy.
Rifaxisal Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Rifaxisal are Dizziness, Nausea, Peripheral edema, Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), Fatigue.
How Rifaxisal Products work
Rifaximin is an antibiotic. In hepatic encephalopathy, it works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria thereby relieving symptoms such as agitation, confusion, and muscle problems. In infectious diarrhea, it works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhea.
Patient Concerns about Rifaxisal Products
Frequently asked questions about Rifaxisal Products
Frequently asked questions about Rifaximin
Q. Should I take Rifaximin with food?
Yes, Rifaximin can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time.
Q. What does Rifaximin do for the liver?
In liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function. Rifaximin slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease.
Q. Can Rifaximin cause weight gain?
Usually Rifaximin does not cause weight gain. However, in case you feel there is an increase in weight, you should consult your doctor to determine the reason of weight gain.