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Sibofix Suspension 60 ml

Sibofix Suspension 60 ml

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Composition

RIFAXIMIN-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-26

for this medicine

About Sibofix Suspension

Sibofix Suspension 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.

Sibofix Suspension contains Rifaximin, an antibiotic which works by stopping the growth of bacteria that cause diarrhoea. Thereby, it helps treat diarrhoea in children.

Sometimes, Sibofix Suspension 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 Sibofix Suspension. Keep the doctor informed about your child’s health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Sibofix Suspension

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

Medicinal Benefits

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

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

Side Effects of Sibofix Suspension

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain
  • Flatulence

Drug Warnings

Do not administer Sibofix Suspension 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.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Habit Forming

No

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.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diarrhoea: Diarrhoea is a condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. It is characterised by loose and watery stools. The causes of diarrhoea include food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reactions to medicine, viral infection, bacterial infection, intestinal disease, parasitic infection, and stomach or gallbladder surgery. The symptoms of diarrhoea include nausea, abdominal pain, cramps, dehydration, bloating, frequent urge to empty the bowels, and large or watery stools.

Infectious/traveller’s diarrhoea: It is an intestinal infection in which there is the passage of unformed stools due to eating or drinking contaminated food or water while travelling. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, bloating, fever, gas, loss of appetite, and the urgent need to poop.

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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

Sibofix Suspension 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

Dr. Reddy\'s Laboratories Ltd., 8-2-337, Road No. 3, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, Telangana 500034, INDIA.
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FAQs

Sibofix Suspension is used to treat traveller’s diarrhoea and infectious diarrhoea in children.
Sibofix Suspension 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 Sibofix Suspension 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 Sibofix Suspension to the child for the prescribed duration to treat the condition effectually.
In some cases, Sibofix Suspension may cause Clostridium difficile-Associated Diarrhoea ranging from mild diarrhoea to fatal colitis. Consult the doctor if you notice watery or bloody stools.
Sibofix Suspension can be given with or without food as food does not affect the working of Sibofix Suspension.
Sibofix Suspension 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.
Sibofix Suspension 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, Sibofix Suspension 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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