Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotics used to treat infectious travellers diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea caused by non-invasive strains of E.coli. Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, and ammonia producing bacteria. Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is a gastrointestinal-selective antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. Thereby, helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

FAQs

How does Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's work?

Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infections in the gut or intestine like E coli bacteria. Thereby, helps in treating/preventing the spread of infections and diarrhoea with abdominal pain.

Can I stop taking Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's on my own?

It is recommended to complete the course of Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Can I take Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's on my own?

Do not take Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Take Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's only if prescribed by a doctor.

Does Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's affect diagnostic blood test results?

Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's may affect blood tests and liver function tests with increased liver enzymes. Inform the person or doctor before performing the tests that you are taking Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's.

For how long is Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's prescribed?

For treating traveller’s diarrhoea, Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is generally prescribed for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome, Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's is prescribed for 14 days. However, it is better to take Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's only as prescribed by your doctor.

Can I take Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's with blood thinner (Warfarin)?

No, Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's may affect the activity and working of warfarin when taken together. So tell your doctor before using Rifaix 550 Tablet 10's that you are taking a blood thinner (warfarin). Your doctor might adjust the dose of warfarin to maintain the proper blood-thinning effect and prevent drug interaction.