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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Jan 2, 2025 | 8:24 AM IST

Realgut-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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Composition :

RIFAXIMIN-400MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Relief Pharmaceuticals

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Realgut-400 Tablet 10's

Realgut-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.

Realgut-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, Realgut-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 Realgut-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 Realgut-400 Tablet 10's

Treatment of traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.

Medicinal Benefits

Realgut-400 Tablet 10's belongs to the group of medicines called antibiotic agents used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children. Realgut-400 Tablet 10's contains Rifaximin, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, Realgut-400 Tablet 10's helps treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea.

Side Effects of Realgut-400 Tablet 10's

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Flatulence

Directions for Use

Shake well before use. Administer the prescribed dose to the child using the measuring cup/measuring spoon.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not administer Realgut-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.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

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.

Habit Forming

No

How Realgut-400 Tablet 10's Works

Realgut-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.
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Alcohol

Not applicable

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Pregnancy

Not applicable

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Breast Feeding

Not applicable

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Driving

Not applicable

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Liver

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has liver problems.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

Please consult the doctor if your child has kidney problems.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Realgut-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.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Tukoganj, Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Other Info - REA0201

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Realgut-400 Tablet 10's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Rifagut 400 Tablet 10's

    39.42per tablet
  • Rcifax 400 Tablet 10's

    42.26per tablet
  • Rifaxigress-400 Tablet 10's

    by AYUR

    30.78per tablet
  • Sibofix-400 Tablet 10's

    42.57per tablet
  • Rixmin 400 Tablet 10's

    37.80per tablet

FAQs

Realgut-400 Tablet 10's is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
Realgut-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 Realgut-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 Realgut-400 Tablet 10's to the child for the prescribed duration to treat the condition effectually.
In some cases, Realgut-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.
Realgut-400 Tablet 10's can be given with or without food as food does not affect the working of Realgut-400 Tablet 10's.
Realgut-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.
Realgut-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, Realgut-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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