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It can be taken with or without food, but it is better to take Gifaxin 400 mg tablet at a fixed time.
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Gifaxin 400 mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. WEIGH RISKS VS. BENEFITS
While you are taking rifaximin, it may cause a reddish discolouration of the urine. This is quite normal. If you are using oral contraceptives take additional precautions while taking rifaximin. Oral contraceptives may not work as well when you are taking this medicine and/or when you have diarrhea. Rifaximin does not normally affect the ability to drive and use machines, but may cause dizziness in some patients. If you feel dizzy you should not drive or operate machinery. if you are pregnant or breast feeding speak to your doctor before starting the drug. To make sure rifaximin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: liver disease diarrhea with a fever watery or bloody diarrhea Treatment with any antibiotic including rifaximin may cause severe diarrhea. You should stop taking it and contact your doctor immediately. Diarrhea may even occur few months after the drug has been stopped.
Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Twice A Day:86%|Once A Day:14%
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Q. Is rifaximin an antibiotic?|Yes, rifaximin is an antibiotic that kills bacteria, which can cause a disease called hepatic encephalopathy (symptoms include agitation, confusion, muscle problems, difficulty in speaking and in some cases coma).|Q. Is rifaximin FDA approved for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?|Rifaximin is not approved by FDA for the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).|Q. Can I take rifaximin with amoxicillin?|Rifaximin can be taken with amoxicillin as no interactions have been reported between the two medicines. However, interactions may occur, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.