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Agrofix Tablet 550mg
Agrofix Tablet 550mg is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This medicine 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 to come back and harder to treat.Some people may develop side effects like headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. 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 will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But, it is normal and harmless.Before 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.
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ManufacturersAgrosaf Pharmaceuticals
Salt CompositionRifaximin (550mg)
Medicine Typedrugs
Packingingstrip of 10 tablets
PackageStrip
Quantity10
Product FormTablet
Prescription RequiredPrescription Required
Fact BoxChemical Class :: Macrolactams|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL|Action Class :: RNA polymerase inhibitors- Rifamycins
Primary useTreatment of Infectious diarrhea
StorageStore below 30?C
Common Side EffectDizziness | Nausea | Peripheral edema | Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity) | Depression | Joint pain | Rash | Muscle pain | Headache | Breathing problems | Stomach pain | Diarrhea
Alcohol InteractionUNSAFE
Pregnancy InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lactation InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Driving InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kidney InteractionCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Liver InteractionCAUTION
Manufacturer AddressAgrosaf Pharmaceuticals | Raman Tower, 2ND FLOOR, Sanjay Place, Agra, Uttar Pradesh 282002
Country of OriginIndia
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In Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy Hepatic encephalopathy is a severe liver disease that can cause changes in brain function leading to confusion, tremors (shaking), sleep problems and loss of consciousness. Symptoms include agitation, confusion, muscle problems, difficulty in speaking, and sometimes, coma. Agrofix Tablet 550mg lowers the levels of ammonia-producing bacteria in the blood which has harmful effects on the brain. If taken as prescribed, this medicine can improve your brain function and reduce symptoms associated with hepatic encephalopathy.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Agrofix Tablet 550mg may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Agrofix Tablet 550mg may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Agrofix Tablet 550mg 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 Agrofix Tablet 550mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Agrofix Tablet 550mg 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 Agrofix Tablet 550mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : CAUTION

Agrofix Tablet 550mg should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

If you miss a dose of Agrofix Tablet 550mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Should I take Agrofix Tablet 550mg with food?::: Yes, Agrofix Tablet 550mg can be taken orally with or without food with a glass of water. Take it as prescribed by your doctor for the exact period of time. | What does Agrofix Tablet 550mg do for the liver?::: In liver disease, there is an increased growth of bacteria in the intestine which increases the load of toxins travelling through the body. This further increases the possibility of toxins reaching the brain which can cause abnormal brain function. Agrofix Tablet 550mg slows down the growth of bacteria in the gut, decreasing the symptoms in cases of liver disease. | Can Agrofix Tablet 550mg cause weight gain?::: Usually Agrofix Tablet 550mg 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 of weight gain.
Agrofix Tablet 550mg is an antibiotic. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy (agitation, confusion, muscle problems). This also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.
-Amiodarone (Oral Route): Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Rifaximin.

| -Amiodarone (Injection Route): Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Rifaximin.

| -Azithromycin (Oral Route): Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Rifaximin.

| -Azithromycin (Injection Route): Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Rifaximin.

| -Azithromycin (Oral Route): Moderate

Watch out for symptoms of Rifaximin side effects such as diarrhea, dizziness, swelling or fatigue and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Rifaximin.

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