Rifaximin is a non-absorbable, broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat specific gut-related conditions by killing bacteria in the intestines. It is commonly used for traveler’s diarrhea (200mg), irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) (550mg), and reducing the risk of hepatic encephalopathy recurrence (550mg).
Key Uses of Rifaximin Tablets:
- Traveler's Diarrhea: Treats diarrhea caused by E. coli in adults and children 12+ years, specifically when not accompanied by fever or blood in the stool.
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea (IBS-D): Used in adults to relieve symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, and bloating.
