Gastrobiotic 550 mg 20 tab
Gastrobiotic 550 mg Tablets is an antibiotic medication containing the active ingredient Rifaximin. It is primarily used to treat gastrointestinal infections and conditions such as:
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Traveler’s Diarrhea: Caused by non-invasive strains of Escherichia coli.
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea (IBS-D): Helps alleviate symptoms by targeting gut bacteria.
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Hepatic Encephalopathy: Used as an adjunct therapy to reduce the risk of overt hepatic encephalopathy recurrence in adults.
Dosage and Administration
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Traveler’s Diarrhea: 200 mg taken three times daily for 3 days.
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Hepatic Encephalopathy: 550 mg taken twice daily.
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IBS-D: 550 mg taken three times daily for 14 days.
Always follow your healthcare provider’s instructions regarding dosage and duration.
Precautions
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Not recommended for use in patients with severe hepatic impairment without medical supervision.
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Use with caution in patients with renal impairment.
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Consult your doctor if you’re pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
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May interact with other medications; inform your healthcare provider about all the drugs you’re taking.
