Rifaximin

Uses

Rifaximin is used in the treatment of hepatic encephalopathy.

How it Works

How Rifaximin works Rifaximin is an antibiotic. In hepatic encephalopathy, it functions by eliminating ammonia-producing bacteria, thereby alleviating symptoms such as agitation, confusion, and muscle issues. In infectious diarrhea, it acts by inhibiting the growth of bacteria responsible for causing diarrhea.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Rifaximin include dizziness, nausea, peripheral edema, ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity), and fatigue.

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