Question 1

What is the use of TORFIX TABLET?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET is used to treat infectious traveller's diarrhoea caused by E.coli bacteria, hepatic encephalopathy (decreased brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhoea (IBS-D).

Question 2

How does TORFIX TABLET work?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET is bactericidal in nature and works by killing the harmful bacteria that cause infections in the gut or intestine like E coli bacteria. Thereby, helps in treating/preventing the spread of infections and diarrhoea with abdominal pain.

Question 3

Can I stop taking TORFIX TABLET on my own?

Accepted Answer

It is recommended to complete the course of TORFIX TABLET even if you feel better as it is an antibiotic, and leaving it in between may lead to even severe infection that will, in fact, stop responding to the antibiotic as well (antibiotic resistance).

Question 4

Can I take TORFIX TABLET on my own?

Accepted Answer

Do not take TORFIX TABLET on your own as self-medication may lead to antibiotic-resistance in which antibiotics fail to act against specific bacterial infections. Take TORFIX TABLET only if prescribed by a doctor.

Question 5

Does TORFIX TABLET affect diagnostic blood test results?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET may affect blood tests and liver function tests with increased liver enzymes. Inform the person or doctor before performing the tests that you are taking TORFIX TABLET.

Question 6

For how long is TORFIX TABLET prescribed?

Accepted Answer

For treating traveller's diarrhoea, TORFIX TABLET is generally prescribed for 3 days. For irritable bowel syndrome, TORFIX TABLET is prescribed for 14 days. However, it is better to take TORFIX TABLET only as prescribed by your doctor.

Question 7

Can I take TORFIX TABLET with blood thinner (Warfarin)?

Accepted Answer

No, TORFIX TABLET may affect the activity and working of warfarin when taken together. So tell your doctor before using TORFIX TABLET that you are taking a blood thinner (warfarin). Your doctor might adjust the dose of warfarin to maintain the proper blood-thinning effect and prevent drug interaction.

Question 8

Can I take TORFIX TABLET for the long term?

Accepted Answer

Do not take TORFIX TABLET for more than 3 days unless prescribed; if there is no symptomatic improvement, consult your doctor.

Question 9

I experience blood in my diarrhoea, will TORFIX TABLET help me?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET should not be used in patients with diarrhoea complicated by fever or blood in the stool and diarrhoea due to pathogens other than Escherichia coli (E. coli).

Question 10

When should I take TORFIX TABLET?

Accepted Answer

Take TORFIX TABLET exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Take it at the same time daily as it will help you to remember taking the medication.

Question 11

What is the composition of TORFIX TABLET?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET contains Rifaximin used to treat infectious traveller’s diarrhoea, hepatic encephalopathy (decrease in brain function due to liver disease) and irritable bowel syndrome.

Question 12

What are the side effects of TORFIX TABLET?

Accepted Answer

Side effects of TORFIX TABLET include headache, peripheral oedema (leg swelling), nausea, dizziness, fatigue, ascites (excess fluid build-up in the abdomen), increased liver enzymes (ALT), and nausea. Talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Question 13

Is TORFIX TABLET an antibiotic?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET is an antimycobacterial which works by killing the bacteria that cause infection.

Question 14

Should I take TORFIX TABLET with food?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET can be taken with or without food.

Question 15

What does TORFIX TABLET do for the liver?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET decreases the symptoms in case of liver disease by killing harmful bacteria in the gut. Thereby it helps lower the possibility of toxins.

Question 16

Can TORFIX TABLET cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

TORFIX TABLET may not cause weight gain. Maintain proper weight by eating healthy and doing exercise. Consult the doctor if you notice changes in your weight.

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