Rifaset 100 mg Suspension 60 ml
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About RIFASET 100MG SUSP
RIFASET 100MG SUSP is used in the treatment of traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Diarrhoea is a condition characterised by frequent bowel movements, resulting in loose, watery stools.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic that works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.
Sometimes, RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP should be given by mouth with or without food as directed by your paediatrician. The dosage is based on your child's medical condition and response to treatment. It is advised not to give more than the recommended dose of medicine.
Let the doctor know if your child is allergic to RIFASET 100MG SUSP or any of the components in RIFASET 100MG SUSP. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions. This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding mother's.
Uses of RIFASET 100MG SUSP
RIFASET 100MG SUSP is used in the treatment of traveller's diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. The detailed uses of RIFASET 100MG SUSP are as follows:
- Treatment of infectious diarrhoea: RIFASET 100MG SUSP is primarily used to treat infectious diarrhoea.
- Traveller’s diarrhoea: RIFASET 100MG SUSP is also used for treating traveller’s diarrhoea.
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Directions for Use
- RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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.
Key Benefits
- RIFASET 100MG SUSP belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic agents used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
- RIFASET 100MG SUSP is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, and ammonia-producing bacteria.
- This medicine is a gastrointestinal-selective antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity.
- RIFASET 100MG SUSP is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the bacteria that cause infections. Thus, it helps in treating and preventing the spread of infections.
How RIFASET 100MG SUSP Works
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- Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
- Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
- Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
- Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
- Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
- Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
- Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
- Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
- Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
- Rest well; get enough sleep.
- Wear comfortable layers of clothes and get to a warm place.
- Drink warm fluids like coffee, tea or hot chocolate.
- Warm up using a blanket or heating pad.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
- Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
- Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
- Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
- Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
- Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
- If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
- Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
- Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
- Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
- Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
- Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
- Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
- To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
- Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
- Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
- Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
- Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
- Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
- When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
- Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
- Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
- If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
- Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
- Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
- Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
- Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
- Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
- Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
- Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
- What to Do if Vomiting Persists
- Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.
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Drug Warnings
- Do not administer RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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.
- RIFASET 100MG SUSP is for paediatric use only. Hence, it is not intended for use in pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers.
Drug-Drug Interactions
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Coadministration of cholera vaccine with Rifaset 100 mg Suspension 60 ml may reduce the effect of the cholera vaccine.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rfaximine and Cholera, live attenuated together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. It is recommended to take the cholera vaccine at least 14 days following the last dosage of Rifaset 100 mg Suspension 60 ml. Do not discontinue any medicine without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Ensure that the child drinks plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
- Include bland foods such as bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid the aggravation of the digestive system.
- Avoid spicy foods, processed foods, pork, veal, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, and caffeinated and carbonated drinks.
- Teach the child to wash their hands properly after using the toilet to prevent infections.
- Clean the toilets regularly with a disinfectant.
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Pregnancy
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Breast Feeding
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Liver
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Please consult the doctor if your child has liver problems.
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Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.
Children
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RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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.
Heart
Please consult the doctor if your child has heart problems.
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RIFASET 100MG SUSP is for paediatric patients only.
FAQs
RIFASET 100MG SUSP is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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 RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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 RIFASET 100MG SUSP to the child for the prescribed duration to treat the condition effectually.
In some cases, RIFASET 100MG SUSP may cause Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhoea ranging from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Consult the doctor if you notice watery or bloody stools.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP can be given with or without food as food does not affect the working of RIFASET 100MG SUSP.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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.
RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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, RIFASET 100MG SUSP 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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