Rifaximin

Rifaximin is a gut-acting antibiotic. It is prescribed for hepatic encephalopathy, travellers' diarrhoea and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea. Below you will find how it is used, how it works, its possible side effects and the brands of Rifaximin you can order online from Sargodha.

What is Rifaximin used for?

Rifaximin is a gut-acting antibiotic for hepatic encephalopathy, travellers' diarrhoea and IBS with diarrhoea.

How Rifaximin works

Rifaximin stays in the gut and reduces the bacteria there, lowering toxins that affect the brain in liver disease and easing diarrhoea.

Side effects of Rifaximin

Many people take Rifaximin without any trouble. When side effects do occur they are usually mild, and may include:

• Nausea
• Bloating
• Headache
• Dizziness

Seek help for severe diarrhoea with blood or fever.

Before you take Rifaximin

• It is not for infections with fever or bloody diarrhoea.
• Tell your doctor about liver disease.
• Complete the course.
• Ask about use in pregnancy.

Rifaximin brands available in Pakistan

These are the Rifaximin products currently listed on SargodhaBazar.pk. Prices are per pack and can change, so check the product page for the latest price.

This page gives general information only and is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist.