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Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's, Pack of 10
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat diarrhoea in children. It contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects like nausea, flatulence, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain. Before starting the medicine, inform the doctor if your child is taking any other medicines or has other medical conditions.

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Composition :

RIFAXIMIN-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

LINCOLIN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Diarrhoea is a condition characterised by frequent bowel movements, resulting in loose, watery stools.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.

Sometimes, Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as nausea, flatulence, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, reach out to the doctor.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's should be given by mouth with or without food as directed by your paediatrician. The dosage is based on your child's medical condition and response to treatment. It is advised not to give more than the recommended dose of medicine.

Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's or any of the components in Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions. This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding mother's.

Uses of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of traveller's diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. The detailed uses of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's are as follows:<br/>

  • Treatment of infectious diarrhea: Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is primarily used to treat infectious diarrhea.<br/>
  • Traveler’s diarrhea: Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is also used for treating traveler’s diarrhea.<br/>

 

Directions for Use

• Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's can be given with or without food. • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration of the medication. • Administer the advised dose to the child using the measuring cup/measuring spoon/dropper. • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly. Shake well before use.

Medicinal Benefits

  • Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic agents used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
  • Rifafix 400 mg 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.
  • This medicine is a gastrointestinal-selective antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity.
  • Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.

How Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's Works

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's out of reach and sight of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.
Side effects of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet
Here are the steps to manage Gastrointestinal Air and Swelling (GAS) caused by medication:
  • Tell your doctor about your GAS symptoms. They may change your medication regimen or prescribe additional drugs to help you manage them.
  • To manage GAS symptoms, eat a balanced diet of fibre, vegetables, and fruits.
  • Drink enough water throughout the day to avoid constipation and treat GAS symptoms.
  • Regular exercise like yoga and walking may help stimulate digestion and alleviate GAS symptoms.
  • Take probiotics only if your doctor advises, as they may help alleviate GAS symptoms by promoting gut health.
  • Take medication for GAS symptoms only if your doctor advises, as certain medications can interact with your existing prescriptions or worsen symptoms.
  • If symptoms persist, worsen, or are accompanied by severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or bleeding, seek immediate medical attention.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Eat fiber-rich foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and legumes to promote regular bowel movements.
  • Drink plenty of water to soften stool and make it easier to pass.
  • Avoid trigger foods like dairy, gluten, or spicy foods that can worsen constipation.
  • Exercise regularly, like walking or yoga, to stimulate bowel movements.
  • Practice yoga and pelvic floor exercises to strengthen muscles involved in bowel movements.
  • Inform your doctor if you experience severe symptoms like abdominal pain, vomiting, or blood in the stool.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
Here are the steps to cope with constipation as a side effect of medication:
  • Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
  • Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
  • Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
  • Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
  • Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.
Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
  • Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
  • Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
  • Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
  • If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

What if I have taken an overdose of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's

If you suspect you have given more than the recommended dose of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

  • Do not administer Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's to the child if they are allergic to any of its components.
  • Inform the doctor if the child has kidney or liver problems, bloody or black stools, fever, mucus in stool, or if the diarrhoea persists for more than 24-48 hours.
  • Let the doctor know if your child is taking any other medications, including herbal products or vitamin/mineral supplements.
  • Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is for paediatric use only. Hence, it is not intended for use in pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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RifaximinCholera, live attenuated
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Drug-Drug Interactions

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RifaximinCholera, live attenuated
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How does the drug interact with Rifafix 400 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of cholera vaccine with Rifafix 400 mg Tablet may reduce the effect of the cholera vaccine.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rfaximine and Cholera, live attenuated together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is recommended to take the cholera vaccine at least 14 days following the last dosage of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Ensure that the child drinks plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Include bland foods such as bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid the aggravation of the digestive system.
  • Avoid spicy foods, processed foods, pork, veal, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks.
  • Teach the child to wash their hands properly after using the toilet to prevent infections.
  • Clean the toilets regularly with a disinfectant.

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ANTIBIOTICS

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's Substitute

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe the dose and duration based on the child's condition and age.

Have a query?

FAQs

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea.

Yes, diarrhoea may cause dehydration due to loss of fluid in stools. So, encourage the child to drink plenty of fluids/water to replace lost fluids due to diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor about rehydration therapy to replace lost salts.

Do not discontinue Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's without completing the course of treatment as it may decrease the effectiveness of the medicine and increase the likelihood of developing bacterial resistance. Therefore, continue giving Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's to the child for the prescribed duration to treat the condition effectually.

In some cases, Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's may cause Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhoea ranging from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Consult the doctor if you notice watery or bloody stools.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's can be given with or without food as food does not affect the working of Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, flatulence, headache, abdominal pain, and fever. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's should be administered to the child for the duration recommended by the doctor. The doctor will determine the course of treatment based on the child’s condition.

Consult the doctor if diarrhoea persists for more than 24-48 hours or if it worsens.

No, Rifafix 400 mg Tablet 10's is not used to treat diarrhoea accompanied by fever, blood in stools, or diarrhoea due to pathogens other than Escherichia coli. Consult the doctor if your child has diarrhoea along with fever; the doctor may prescribe alternate medicine.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Trimul Estate, At & Post-Khatraj,Tal-Kalol, Dist-Gandhinagar,Gujarat, India
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Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Dr Aneela SiddabathuniDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 29, 2025 | 8:35 AM IST

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