Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. Other than this, Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet include Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Rifnim 550 Mg 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 Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rifnim has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Rifnim without medical advice.
Is the use of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Rifnim may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Rifnim should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rifnim is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Rifnim rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Rifnim is completely safe for the heart.
Rifnim 550 Mg 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 Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet
It is safe to take Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rifnim 550 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
No, Rifnim is not a penicillin. It contains rifaximin which is a broad spectrum antibiotic and an analog of rifampicin. It is a prescription drug that is used in the treatment of travelers’ diarrhea (TD), hepatic encephalopathy, and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Yes, Rifnim can be taken with amoxicillin. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with amoxicillin then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Yes, Rifnim 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.
Yes, Rifnim 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.
No, Rifnim is a prescription drug and an antibiotic, hence do not take this drug without consulting doctor to avoid bacterial resistance and unpleasant side effects. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without the doctor's advice.
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