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Rifaximin

Rifaximin

Rifaximin is a semi-synthetic antibiotic, poorly absorbed from the gut. Rifaximin is active against Escherichia coli bacterial strains that cause traveler's diarrhea, preventing growth of the bacteria by preventing them from manufacturing proteins needed for their replication and survival . By suppressing growth of the bacteria, Rifaximin reduces symptoms of traveler's diarrhea.

Indications

Traveler's diarrhea, hepatic encephalopathy, Irritable bowel syndrome


Dosage

Oral; 200-550 mg twice or thrice daily


Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity


Special Precautions

Dysentery


Side Effects

Taste loss, dysentery, weight decrease, anorexia, nausea and nasal passage irrigation.


Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor about all prescription, non-prescription, recreational, herbal, nutritional, illegal or dietary drugs.


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