Review the side-effects of Rifaximin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Headache, abnormal dreams, dizziness, migraine, syncope, sleeplessness, fatigue.
Skin- Sunburn, clamminess, rash, increased sweating.
Eye and ENT- Ear pain, motion sickness, perception of sound within the human ear in the absence of corresponding external sound, nasal passage irritation, stuffy nose, runny nose.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, vomiting, abdominal distension, diarrhea, dry throat, fecal abnormality, gingival disorder, hernia, dry lips, stomach discomfort, dysentery, blood in stool, loss of appetite, loss of taste.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, bile salts in the urine, painful urination, urinary frequency, protein in urine.
Blood- Abnormal increase in the number of lymphocytes, monocytes, decrease in neutrophils.
Hypersensitivity- Allergic reactions, rash, edema, hives, itching.
Metabolic- Weight loss, dehydration.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain, muscle spasms, muscle pain, neck pain.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection, difficulty in breathing.
Miscellaneous- Chest pain, uneasiness, weakness, hot flashes.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System- Headache, abnormal dreams, dizziness, migraine, syncope, sleeplessness, fatigue.
Skin- Sunburn, clamminess, rash, increased sweating.
Eye and ENT- Ear pain, motion sickness, perception of sound within the human ear in the absence of corresponding external sound, nasal passage irritation, stuffy nose, runny nose.
Gastrointestinal- Constipation, vomiting, abdominal distension, diarrhea, dry throat, fecal abnormality, gingival disorder, hernia, dry lips, stomach discomfort, dysentery, blood in stool, loss of appetite, loss of taste.
Genitourinary- Blood in urine, bile salts in the urine, painful urination, urinary frequency, protein in urine.
Blood- Abnormal increase in the number of lymphocytes, monocytes, decrease in neutrophils.
Hypersensitivity- Allergic reactions, rash, edema, hives, itching.
Metabolic- Weight loss, dehydration.
Musculoskeletal- Joint pain, muscle spasms, muscle pain, neck pain.
Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection, difficulty in breathing.
Miscellaneous- Chest pain, uneasiness, weakness, hot flashes.
Other Precautions :
It may lead to dehydration, drink adequate liquid.Drug Name : Rifaximin
Rifaximin(Rcifax Tab) generic is an antibiotic, prescribed for traveler's diarrhea caused by certain bacteria and liver disease affecting the brain (hepatic encephalopathy). It prevents the growth of bacteria inside the intestine (gut).Trade Names for Rifaximin
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