💊 Rifagut 200 / 400 / 550 mg (Rifaximin) — Generic Xifaxan by Sun Pharma

Name: Rifaximin
SKU: 17912
Availability: InStock

Gut-selective antibiotic for traveler’s diarrhea, hepatic encephalopathy & IBS-D • 10 tablets per strip • Worldwide delivery via BuyAllMD

Rifagut is a branded Rifaximin tablet range from
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd, one of India’s largest global pharma companies.
It is widely used as a generic alternative to Xifaxan® (rifaximin), the well-known gut-selective antibiotic prescribed for
traveler’s diarrhea, hepatic encephalopathy, and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D).
Unlike systemic antibiotics, rifaximin is minimally absorbed into the bloodstream and acts mostly inside the intestinal lumen, which helps
limit systemic side effects while targeting pathogenic gut bacteria.

🧾 Product Overview

Brand Name	Rifagut
Generic Name / Active Ingredient	Rifaximin
Available Strengths	200 mg, 400 mg, 550 mg tablets :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Dosage Form	Oral tablet (film-coated)
Manufacturer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (India)
Packaging	10 tablets in 1 strip
Reference Brands	Xifaxan® (USA) • Targaxan® / Xifaxanta® (UK) • Zaxine® (Canada) • Alfa Normix® (EU)
Therapeutic Class	Non-systemic rifamycin antibiotic • Gut-selective
Estimated Delivery	Australia 6–12 days • USA 8–18 days • UK/EU 10–20 days

🧠 How Rifaximin (Rifagut) Works

Rifaximin is a non-systemic rifamycin antibiotic that inhibits bacterial RNA synthesis by binding to the
bacterial DNA-dependent RNA polymerase.
Because it is poorly absorbed from the gut, very high local concentrations are achieved in the intestinal lumen with
limited systemic exposure. This makes Rifagut particularly useful for gut-targeted conditions such as:

Traveler’s diarrhea due to noninvasive strains of E. coli
Hepatic encephalopathy (HE) — reducing ammonia-forming gut bacteria and the risk of overt HE recurrence
Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea (IBS-D) — modulating the gut microbiota and bacterial overgrowth

🎯 Main Clinical Uses of Rifagut (Off-label indications may vary by country)

Traveler’s diarrhea (TD) caused by noninvasive E. coli in adults.
Hepatic encephalopathy — reduction of recurrence risk in adults with chronic liver disease (often add-on to lactulose).
IBS-D (Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea) in adults.
Infectious/non-invasive diarrheal syndromes and gut bacterial overgrowth (where clinically appropriate and locally approved).

📏 Dosing Overview by Indication & Strength

Typical rifaximin regimens are based on the Xifaxan® label and clinical guidelines; your doctor may adapt the dose and duration to your specific case.

Indication (Adults)	Typical Strength	Dose & Frequency	Duration / Notes
Traveler’s diarrhea (TD)	Rifagut 200 mg	200 mg three times daily	For 3 days (Xifaxan reference regimen). Not for invasive or bloody diarrhea.
Hepatic encephalopathy (HE)	Rifagut 550 mg	550 mg twice daily	Chronic maintenance to reduce risk of HE recurrence; usually combined with lactulose.
IBS-D (Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea)	Rifagut 550 mg (or 400 mg where used)	550 mg three times daily or 400 mg three times daily	Typically 14 days per course; some patients require intermittent retreatment.
Non-invasive infectious diarrhea / gut dysbiosis	Rifagut 400–550 mg	As directed by physician	Regimens differ by diagnosis, local label & protocols.

🔎 Important: Dosing for children, severe liver disease, renal impairment, and off-label uses must be individualized by a specialist. Never self-change your dose or course length.

✅ Key Advantages of Rifagut (Rifaximin)

Gut-selective action: Minimal systemic absorption compared with many oral antibiotics.
Favourable safety profile in properly selected patients with liver disease when monitored.
Broad activity in the intestinal lumen against E. coli and other enteric bacteria.
Convenient oral tablet dosing – compatible with most daily routines.
Multiple strengths (200/400/550 mg) allow tailoring for TD, HE, IBS-D and other GI protocols.

⚠️ Side Effects & Warnings

Rifaximin is generally well tolerated, but like all antibiotics it can cause adverse effects and alter the gut microbiome.

Common: headache, flatulence, nausea, abdominal pain, fatigue.
Possible: fever, peripheral edema, dizziness, constipation or worsening diarrhea.
Clostridioides difficile–associated diarrhea (CDAD) and colitis have been reported with nearly all antibiotics; any new or persistent diarrhea after treatment needs urgent medical review.
Hypersensitivity reactions (rash, angioedema, severe skin reactions) can occur, especially with cross-sensitivity to rifampin or other rifamycins.

🚫 Do NOT use Rifagut/Xifaxan if you have a known allergy to rifaximin, rifampin, or other rifamycin antibiotics, or if your doctor has advised against it for your liver status, pregnancy, or other medical conditions.

👨‍⚕️ Doctor’s Expert Opinion

“Rifaximin (Rifagut) has become a cornerstone therapy in two very different areas:
traveler’s diarrhea and hepatic encephalopathy, and is increasingly used for IBS-D in selected adults.
Its major advantage is a gut-restricted antibacterial effect with low systemic absorption.
That said, it is still an antibiotic: treatment courses must be justified, monitored, and not repeated indefinitely without reassessment to
avoid resistance, microbiome disruption, or missed alternative diagnoses.”
— Dr. S. Kulkarni, Consultant Gastroenterologist & Hepatologist

🌍 Global Shipping & Availability via BuyAllMD

Region	Rifagut Availability	Estimated Delivery
Australia	All strengths (200/400/550 mg) — priority for liver & IBS scripts	6–12 days*
USA	Available as generic Xifaxan alternative (prescription-use only)	8–18 days*
UK / EU	Shipped as Indian generic; local rules may require Rx	10–20 days*

*Transit times are estimates only and can vary due to customs, routing, and public holidays.

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📚 External Medical References (Rifaximin/Xifaxan)

🩺 Medical & Legal Disclaimer

This article is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Rifaximin (Rifagut / Xifaxan) is a prescription-only antibiotic in most countries and must be used under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional.
Doses, indications, and treatment durations in this article are based on published sources and may not match your country’s approved label.
BuyAllMD supplies Indian-manufactured medicines with discreet international delivery; compliance with local import, prescription, and usage laws is the buyer’s responsibility.