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Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is used to treat diarrhoea in children. It contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects like nausea, flatulence, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain. Before starting the medicine, inform the doctor if your child is taking any other medicines or has other medical conditions.
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About Rifan 400 Tablet 10's
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is indicated in the treatment of traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Diarrhoea is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent, leading to loose, watery stools.
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.
Sometimes, Rifan 400 Tablet 10's may cause side effects such as nausea, flatulence, vomiting, constipation, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, reach out to the doctor.
Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to any of the components in Rifan 400 Tablet 10's. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Rifan 400 Tablet 10's
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of traveller's diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. The detailed uses of Rifan 400 Tablet 10's are as follows:<br/> • Treatment of infectious diarrhea: Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is primarily used to treat infectious diarrhea.<br/> • Traveler’s diarrhea: Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is also used for treating traveler’s diarrhea.<br/>
Directions for Use
• Rifan 400 Tablet 10's can be given with or without food. • Follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and duration of the medication. • Administer the advised dose to the child using the measuring cup/measuring spoon/dropper. • Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly. Shake well before use.
Medicinal Benefits
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic agents used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Rifan 400 Tablet 10's contains Rifaximin, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, Rifan 400 Tablet 10's helps treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea.
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Drug Warnings
Do not administer Rifan 400 Tablet 10's to the child if they are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if the child has kidney or liver problems, bloody or black stools, fever, mucus in stool, or if the diarrhoea persists for more than 24-48 hours. Let the doctor know if your child is taking any other medications, including herbal products or vitamin/mineral supplements.
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Liver
Consult your doctor
Please consult the doctor if your child has liver problems.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is safe for children if prescribed by the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe the dose and duration based on the child's condition and age.
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Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea.
Yes, diarrhoea may cause dehydration due to loss of fluid in stools. So, encourage the child to drink plenty of fluids/water to replace lost fluids due to diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor about rehydration therapy to replace lost salts.
Do not discontinue Rifan 400 Tablet 10's without completing the course of treatment as it may decrease the effectiveness of the medicine and increase the likelihood of developing bacterial resistance. Therefore, continue giving Rifan 400 Tablet 10's to the child for the prescribed duration to treat the condition effectually.
In some cases, Rifan 400 Tablet 10's may cause Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhoea ranging from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Consult the doctor if you notice watery or bloody stools.
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's can be given with or without food as food does not affect the working of Rifan 400 Tablet 10's.
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, constipation, flatulence, headache, abdominal pain, and fever. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
Rifan 400 Tablet 10's should be administered to the child for the duration recommended by the doctor. The doctor will determine the course of treatment based on the child’s condition.
Consult the doctor if diarrhoea persists for more than 24-48 hours or if it worsens.
No, Rifan 400 Tablet 10's is not used to treat diarrhoea accompanied by fever, blood in stools, or diarrhoea due to pathogens other than Escherichia coli. Consult the doctor if your child has diarrhoea along with fever; the doctor may prescribe alternate medicine.
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