Rifaximin Suspension

Composition:
Each 5 ml contains:

• Rifaximin: 100 mg

Dosage Form: Oral Suspension

Therapeutic Class: Antibiotic (Gut-Selective)

Rifaximin 100mg Suspension is used for treating traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Diarrhoea is an illness with small frequent bowel movements and soft liquid stools.

Rifaxtil 100mg Suspension contains rifaximin, an antibiotic that acts by preventing the growth of bacteria which lead to diarrhoea. This helps relieve children's diarrhea.

Rifaxtil contains rifaximin 100mg as its active ingredient which has indication for the treatment of traveller's diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. 

Uses Of Rifaximin 100mg Suspension

The following detailed information is based upon the uses of Rifaximin 100mg Suspension:

Infectious diarrhoea: Rifaximin 100mg Suspension is used to treat an infection.

Traveller's diarrhoea: Also used for traveller's diarrhoea due to rifaximin 100mg Suspension.

Key Benefits

• Rifaximin 100mg Suspension belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic agents used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
• Rifaximin 100mg Suspension is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and anaerobic bacteria and ammonia-producing bacteria.
• This antibiotic medicine has a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity and is gastrointestinal selective.
• Rifaximin 100mg Suspension is bactericidal which means it kills the bacteria that causes infections. 
• Therefore, it can aid in fighting and stopping infections.

Side effects of Rifaxtil Suspension 

• Nausea
• Chills
• Fever
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Vomiting

Directions for Use

• Rifaxtil 100mg Suspension can be given with or without food.
• Take the medication as directed by the doctor, and for the prescribed period of time.
• Give the recommended dose of the child, using the measuring cup, measuring spoon or dropper.
• Do not use regular household spoons to measure doses; they may not accurately measure a dose. Shake well before using.
• Rifaxitil 100mg Suspension is known as rifaximin.
• Rifaxitil 100mg Suspension contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic that stops bacteria from growing which cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.

Warning

Parents/caregivers should see the following precautions when administering Rifaximin Oral Suspension 100 mg/5ml to children:

• Use under a doctor's supervision particularly for infants and young children.
• Discuss liver, kidney, and immune problems with pediatrician.
• Do not take with other antibiotics as this may be contra-indicated by the doctor.
• Keep syrup out of child- reach and out of heat.
• Avoid this medicine for treating infections which are caused by viruses such as cold and flu, because it will not work against viruses.
• When taking drugs take the whole course otherwise it will generate resistance.
• When adequately supervised and medical advice followed, maximum efficiency and safety is achieved.

Frequently Asked Questions ( FAQ )

Q1. Is Rifaximin oral suspension safe for babies?
Yes, but only if directed by a pediatrician and taken according to their instructions. 

Q2. Does this syrup help with viral diarrhea?
No, it's effective only against bacterial infections. Management of viral diarrhoea is different. 

Q3. What is the minimum working time?
Typically, the improvement will occur within 24-48 hours, but it should be finished. 

Q4. Can a food be given at the same time as this medicine?
Yes, it may be taken with or without any food. Gently shake before dosing. 

Q5. Does it have any side effects in common?
Can cause mild stomach upset, nausea or rash; it is rare for serious side effects to occur.