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Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup 60.0 ml in 1 bottle

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Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup is a product of Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Composition: Rifaximin (100mg/5ml)

Pack of 60 ml

₹ 171.50

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All Details About Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup

Description:

Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup is an antibiotic medicine used to treat infectious diarrhea. It kills and stops the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This way it helps to get rid of the bad bacteria causing the infection, which in turn reduces the diarrhea.

Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit, and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.


Some people may develop side effects like headache, constipation, fatigue, insomnia, dizziness, nausea, and chills. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or do not go away.


Earlier starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or suffering from any liver, kidney, or heart problems, or if you are allergic to any medicine. Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup is not effective in cases of travelers’ diarrhea. Employ with caution in patients with severe hepatic impairment.

Uses:

  • Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Gifaxin

  • Peripheral edema
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Constipation
  • Chubbyigue
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

Can Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup cause weight gain?

Usually, Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup does not cause weight gain. However, in case you feel there is an increase in weight, you should consult your doctor to determine the reason for weight gain.

Should I take Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup with food?

Affirmative, Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for as long as it is prescribed.

Can Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup cure irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)?

Taking Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup can help improve the symptoms and delay the recurrence of the disease. However, it is not certain whether it will cure the disease completely or not. It has been shown that Gifaxin 100 mg Syrup can help improve symptoms such as diarrhea, abdominal pain, and discomfort. Consult your doctor for exact details on the treatment of IBS.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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