Nordys 200 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Nordys 200 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Nordys 200 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Nordys 200 Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. While these are the most often observed Nordys 200 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Nordys 200 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Nordys 200 Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Nordys 200 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Nordys 200 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Nordys 200 Tablet contraindications section.
Besides this, Nordys 200 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nordys 200 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Nordys 200 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nordys 200 Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Nordys 200 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nordys. If you are pregnant, do not take Nordys without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Nordys 200 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Nordys. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Nordys 200 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Nordys on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Nordys 200 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Nordys rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Nordys 200 Tablet on the Heart?
Nordys is completely safe for the heart.
Nordys 200 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Nordys 200 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Nordys 200 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Nordys 200 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Nordys 200 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Nordys 200 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Nordys 200 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Nordys 200 Tablet
You can take Nordys 200 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Nordys 200 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Nordys 200 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Nordys is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dizziness, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Nordys can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Nordys along with ibuprofen.
Nordys is a brand name of rifaximin and it comes in the form of tablet and syrup. It is a prescription drug and a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is used in the prevention of travelers’ diarrhea (TD) caused by bacteria Escherichia coli and to reduce the risk of hepatic encephalopathy (a brain disorder that causes decline in functioning of the brain due to accumulation of ammonia in which results from the liver damage) along with lactulose. It is also used in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Yes, Nordys might cause constipation in a few cases only. It is a rare side effect of this medicine. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, then try to eat fibre rich food, take laxatives and digestive enzyme supplements that might be helpful in reducing constipation.
No, Nordys does not cause bloating. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact Nordys helps in reducing bloating and flatulence in irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) patients by controlling the bacterial overgrowth in the small intestine which is responsible for producing gas that causes bloating and flatulence.
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