Rucam 200 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Hepatic Encephalopathy. The alternative uses of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet are Flatulence, Bloating or fullness, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rucam 200 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Rucam 200 Mg Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rucam 200 Mg Tablet related warnings talks about Rucam 200 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rucam 200 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Rucam 200 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 Rucam 200 Mg Tablet is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Rucam has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Rucam without medical advice.
Is the use of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Rucam should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Rucam is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Rucam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Using Rucam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Rucam 200 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 Rucam 200 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rucam 200 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rucam 200 Mg Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rucam 200 Mg Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rucam 200 Mg Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rucam 200 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rucam 200 Mg Tablet
Taking Rucam 200 Mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rucam 200 Mg Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rucam 200 Mg Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, Rucam 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.
Rarely, Rucam causes fatigue. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. If you experience tiredness after taking this drug, then try to take some rest even after that if you feel excessive tiredness then do discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Rucam can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Rucam along with ibuprofen.
Rucam 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, Rucam might cause a headache. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is still unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor without any further delay.
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