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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Rifavyom 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 :

Vyom Lifecare Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Rifavyom 400 Tablet 10's

Rifavyom 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.

Rifavyom 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, Rifavyom 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 Rifavyom 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 Rifavyom 400 Tablet 10's

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

Directions for Use

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

Medicinal Benefits

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

How Rifavyom 400 Tablet 10's Works

Rifavyom 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rifavyom 400 Tablet 10's

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Flatulence

Drug Warnings

Do not administer Rifavyom 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.

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

Therapeutic Class

ANTIBIOTICS

Rifavyom 400 Tablet 10's Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
  • Rifagut 400 Tablet 10's

    39.42per tablet
  • Rcifax 400 Tablet 10's

    46.49per 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
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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

Rifavyom 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.

FAQs

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

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

55 B.R.B.Basu Road Block I, First Floor, Kolkata 700001.
Other Info - RIF0282

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