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Sibofix 550 Tablet

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Manufacturer

Dr Reddy'S Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition

Rifaximin (550mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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₹511.91 MRP ₹602.25

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Pack Size

10 tablets in 1 strip

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Product Description

Sibofix 550 Tablet is an antibiotic that treats hepatic encephalopathy, a condition in which the liver fails to remove harmful toxins from the blood, leading to brain damage. It is also used to treat infectious diarrhea. It works by killing and stopping the growth of harmful bacteria in the intestines. This medicine can be used alone or in combination with other medicines. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time, each day. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit and you should keep on taking this medicine for as long as you are prescribed. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat. Some people may develop side effects like vomiting, headache, dizziness, nausea, rashes, joint pain, and depression. These side effects are usually temporary and go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if these side effects bother you or will not go away. Your urine may become reddish in color due to this medicine. But, it is normal and harmless. Before starting treatment with this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any liver, kidney or heart problems or if you are allergic to any medicine.

 

Uses of Sibofix 550 Tablet

  • Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy
  • Treatment of Infectious diarrhea

Benefits of Sibofix 550 Tablet

In Treatment of Hepatic encephalopathy

Hepatic encephalopathy is a severe liver disease that can cause changes in brain function leading to confusion, tremors (shaking), sleep problems and loss of consciousness. Symptoms include agitation, confusion, muscle problems, difficulty in speaking, and sometimes, coma. Sibofix 550 Tablet lowers the levels of ammonia-producing bacteria in the blood which has harmful effects on the brain. If taken as prescribed, this medicine can improve your brain function and reduce symptoms associated with hepatic encephalopathy.

Side effects of Sibofix 550 Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Sibofix

  • Dizziness
  • Nausea
  • Peripheral edema
  • Ascites (accumulation of fluid in the abdominal cavity)
  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
  • Joint pain
  • Rash
  • Muscle pain

How to use Sibofix 550 Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sibofix 550 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Sibofix 550 Tablet works

Sibofix 550 Tablet is an antibiotic. It works by killing the ammonia-producing bacteria in the digestive tract. This treats your infection and relieves symptoms of hepatic encephalopathy (agitation, confusion, muscle problems). This also helps reduce the recurrence of episodes of hepatic encephalopathy.

Safety Advice

Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sibofix 550 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Sibofix 550 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast Feeding
Sibofix 550 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Sibofix 550 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
Sibofix 550 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sibofix 550 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Sibofix 550 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sibofix 550 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sibofix 550 Tablet
If you miss a dose of Sibofix 550 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Fact Box
Habit Forming : No
Therapeutic Class : GASTRO INTESTINAL

Additional Information

  • Expiery Date : 2 Years from MFD
  • Weight : 0.1 kg
  • Dimension : 10 cm x 10 cm x 10 cm

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Name: Dr Reddy'S Laboratories Ltd
Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.
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