Rifamycin

Generic name: Rifamycin
Brand names: Aemcolo
Dosage form: oral delayed release tablet (194 mg)
Drug class: Rifamycin derivatives

Usage of Rifamycin

Rifamycin is used in adults to treat traveler's diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli (E. coli).

Rifamycin is not for use in treating diarrhea with fever or blood in the stools, or diarrhea that is not caused by E. coli.

Rifamycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Rifamycin side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Rifamycin may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

severe stomach pain; or

diarrhea that is watery or bloody.

Common side effects of rifamycin may include:

constipation; or

headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Rifamycin

You should not use rifamycin if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

a fever; or

blood in your stools.

Rifamycin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

an allergic reaction to an antibiotic or other medicine to treat or prevent infection.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

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How to use Rifamycin

Usual Adult Dose for Traveler's Diarrhea:

388 mg orally 2 times a day-Duration of therapy: 3 daysComments:-Doses should be taken in the morning and evening, and each dose should be taken with 6 to 8 ounces of liquid.-Alcohol should not be taken concomitantly.Use: Treatment of travelers' diarrhea caused by noninvasive strains of Escherichia coli

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Rifamycin

Other drugs may affect rifamycin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.

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