Torfix 550mg Tablet 10'S

Introduction About TORFIX 550MG TABLET

TORFIX 550MG TABLET is used to manage hepatic encephalopathy. It contains
Rifaximin which belongs to the group of medicines called Antibiotics. It is a
broad-spectrum antibiotic used for gastrointestinal and liver diseases. It
manages hepatic encephalopathy by managing the growth of toxin-producing
bacteria in the digestive tract.

Before taking TORFIX 550MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or
kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you are pregnant or
breastfeeding before taking this medicine. There is no proper information
regarding the use of this medicine in children. It should be used with caution
in the elderly patients.

The most common side effects are dizziness, nausea, peripheral edema, fluid
accumulation in the stomach, fatigue, constipation, and stomach pain. Consult
your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.

Uses Of TORFIX 550MG TABLET

• Used to manage hepatic encephalopathy

How TORFIX 550MG TABLET Works

TORFIX 550MG TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for gastrointestinal and
liver diseases. It manages hepatic encephalopathy by managing the growth of
ammonia (toxin)-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This reduces toxin
accumulation in the blood and eventually protects your body from the harmful
effects of the accumulated toxins. As a result, it manages the onset of
disorders caused due to toxin accumulation (such as hepatic encephalopathy) and
reduces their recurrence.

How to use TORFIX 550MG TABLET

• Take TORFIX 550MG TABLET as advised by your physician
• Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine
• Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection
• Do not stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor even if you feel better during the midway of the therapy

Side Effects Of TORFIX 550MG TABLET

Common side effects of TORFIX 550MG TABLET:

• dizziness, tiredness
• nausea, dehydration
• swelling of the hands and legs
• fluid accumulation in the stomach
• constipation, stomach pain, flatulence, diarrhea

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

Consult your doctorThere is no proper information regarding the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET in
pregnant women.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedTORFIX 550MG TABLET is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women
due to lack of safety data.

!### Kidney

Use with CautionTORFIX 550MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney
diseases.

!### Liver

Use with CautionTORFIX 550MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with severe liver
impairment.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not take TORFIX 550MG TABLET if you are allergic to rifaximin or any other
ingredients of this medicine.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctorThere is no proper information regarding the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET in
children and in adolescents (aged below 18 years).

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionTORFIX 550MG TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65
years or above).

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking TORFIX 550MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of
the following medicines such as:

• oral contrace
• calcium-channel blockers (Ex. verapamil)
• benzodiazepines (Ex. midazolam)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more TORFIX 550MG TABLET, consult your
doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.

Synopsis

Drug	:	Rifaximin
Pharmacological Category	:	Antibiotics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Hepatic encephalopathy
Dosage Forms	:	Tablet, Syrup, Suspension

More Information

Storage

• Keep the medicine out of reach of children
• Store TORFIX 550MG TABLET at room temperature

FAQs About TORFIX 550MG TABLET

Q: Can I stop taking TORFIX 550MG TABLET suddenly?

A: No. Do not stop taking TORFIX 550MG TABLET even if you feel better during the
midway of the therapy. Take the medicine for the stipulated duration instructed
by your doctor.

Q: Can the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET cause tiredness?

A: Yes. It may make you feel tired. This may happen due to fluid loss from the
body. If you feel tired, rest, and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or
operating any heavy tools or machines.

Q: Can I take TORFIX 550MG TABLET during pregnancy?

A: There is no proper information regarding the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET in
pregnant women. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking the medicine if you
are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Q: Can TORFIX 550MG TABLET be used in children?

A: There is no proper information regarding the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET in
children and in adolescents (aged below 18 years).

Q: Is TORFIX 550MG TABLET a strong antibiotic?

A: Yes. TORFIX 550MG TABLET is a potent antibiotic with bactericidal and
bacteriostatic effects. It can effectively work against the bacteria and manages
their multiplication within our body.

Q: What is TORFIX 550MG TABLET used for?

A: TORFIX 550MG TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to manage hepatic
encephalopathy. It works against the toxin producing bacteria within the body
which eventually protects our body from the harmful effects of the accumulated
toxins.

Q: Can the use of TORFIX 550MG TABLET cause red urine?

A: Yes. TORFIX 550MG TABLET may cause pink or reddish discoloration of urine.
This is usually harmless and disappears after stopping the therapy. However,
consult your doctor if it bothers you.

Q: How to take TORFIX 550MG TABLET?

A: Take the as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of
water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. It can be taken with or without food.
Continue to take the medicine for the stipulated duration instructed by your
doctor even if you feel better during the midway of the therapy.

Q: What TORFIX 550MG TABLET does to my body?

A: TORFIX 550MG TABLET is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used for gastrointestinal
and liver diseases. It manages hepatic encephalopathy by managing the growth of
toxin-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This reduces toxin accumulation
in the blood and eventually protects the body from the harmful effects of the
accumulated toxins. As a result, it manages the onset of disorders caused due to
toxin accumulation (such as hepatic encephalopathy) and reduces their
recurrence.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• medicalslot - Liver Package  Basic
• Liver Funtion Basic
• Liver Kidney Function Profile
• Liver Package Advance