Rifaximin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Mel
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 26, 2020

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "6th day with difficulty noted only when I eat high fodmaps foods. Taking this for SIBO- methane positive. A few difficult times but directly related to foods I’m eating. Possibly “die off” symptoms..... if I’d been unaware of this, I would’ve believed I should stop the meds. As it is, I think it’s a sign that it’s working. Although physical symptoms have been uncomfortable, my mood and acne have been under control. I don’t know how I’ll feel after this but tolerating it well so far. I feel like I’m waging war on the bad bacteria trying to hide out on my gut lining "

• jet...
• October 27, 2016

For Hepatic Encephalopathy "I live on a fixed budget also paying for my nursing home. 892.00 for 60 pills is ridiculous.I will quit taking these pills . These pharmaceutical companies just take it to us as much as they can. we need more regulations to how much they can charge us. We have a choice to pay or not. I will let nature take it's course."

• Warrior...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 21, 2019

For Crohn's Disease "Experienced a Crohn's flare after 2 years remission and couldn’t leave my house for 4 days, finally went to my primary doctor since my GI doc didn’t have an appointment sooner and they Pdoc prescribed 60mg prednisone, it wasn’t helping much just minimized the pain and didn’t touch the other dreaded symptoms. I remembered my GI doctor giving me Rifaximin two years ago and called my Primary doctor and asked for a prescription and 2 days later my pain is reduced by 80%, bowel movements are reduced from 10-20 a day to 3-5 and my energy is returning. I feel this plus the steroids working in tandem is making all the difference, I feel a lot better already and hopeful that I continue with this positive response as I did two years ago with this drug. Two years ago I felt like a normal person and stayed in remission this whole time, I have had a tremendous amount of stress lately and believe it brought on my flare. I’m glad to see that the rifamimin is helping other Crohn's sufferers as well and this is promising news."

• IBS...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 7, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I was diagnosed with IBS-Diarrhea by my PCP. Recently changed my pcp as old guy retired. I was using a lot of OTC products for my IBS-D which was also diagnosed by new PCP. He started me on rifaximin 550 two times a day for 14 days and this worked wonders. It’s expensive but I got a coupon and saved money Thanks Valeant but I still think u should decrease the price of it."

• Mary
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2019

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "After taking the medication for 1 week I developed flu like symptoms, severe coughing especially during the night. After checking the side effects of this medication I come to realize my condition was cause by this drug."

• FAR
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 4, 2022

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I needed this medicine for by son who is 12 and suddenly had a diarrhea attacks that would not go away. The doctor prescribed it but sadly the insurance wold not cover it. I didn't know what to do. I then went to foreign pharmacies and found it. The price here is crazy for this medicine. They charge over $2000 for this. I ordered 100 pills for $50.00 + $30.00 in shipping. I couldn't believe it. The drug works good so far and is pure and made by a reputable drug manufacturer there. It has taken away my son's diarrhea and I hope it doesn't come back. He hasn't been able to have a normal life. He can not study or concentrate because his stomach hurts so bad."

• Go na...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 14, 2017

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "I tried with Rifaximin at the suggestion of family who did not feel like my natural functional Healthcare practitioner was helping me out very much. It was totally against her philosophy of treatment but I jumped for it anyway. It was a mistake. For the first few days on the drug it did seem to calm down my system a bit. But now one and a half months after using it my bloating is as bad as it has ever been. Even the foods that before I took it did not bother me now do bother me. I was making slow but steady progress using Standard Process supplements, staying away from starches & fodmaps, & practicing proper food combining b4 using Rifax.. Would not suggest this unless you have exhausted all other options."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 6, 2017

For Hepatic Encephalopathy "Xifaxan did not work for me. I am diagnosed with "covert" or "mild" Hepatic Encephalpathy. It's debilitating but not obvious to anyone but me...until I make a mistake or say something *random*. Worst at sunrise & sunset. Intermittent aphasia. Horrible when dehydration snowballs into IBS. As I understand it this is a non-persistent anti-biotic that eliminate bacteria that produce ammonia. Thing is, my ammonia levels are not high. I think this is why the Rifaximin doesn't seem to do anything for my situation. My suggestion would be to use this product when someone has the "wetbrain" sort of episodes; that is to say, when ammonia levels in the blood are very high."

• EastC...
• May 3, 2020

For Crohn's Disease "I am 38yrs old, I have had bowel issues my whole life, diagnosed with Crohns's diseas (CD) when I was 15. I ended up having issues with SIBO 1.5 years ago and honestly felt hopeless as my symptoms worsened. My skin was dull, breaking out, terrible gas, bloating and I was so tired I could barely function. My naturopath is the one who finally told me about Rifaximin, my specialist refused to try me on it. After discussing with my family doctor he finally agreed to prescribe it. It is expensive- but I was willing to try anything at this point. Within the first 24 hours I knew that it was working. My dose was 550mg 3 times a day for four weeks. I am currently into my second week. I feel better than I have in years. I am so thankful to have found this medication. I did have headaches and some gas/pain on and off the first week. Which is normal with die off. My skin has cleared up and I feel normal again. I hope that once I finish the medication that this continues."

• 385
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 1, 2023

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I have taken Xifaxin a few times. I believe 3 rounds of 14 days over the last 2 years. Sadly the IBS always comes back and it seems like the more I took Xifaxin the less effect it started to have, but it still helps. My doctor just put me on a 14-day regimen but has authorized me to use it every month now, but only 1 pill a day. I just wonder if 1 pill a day is enough as long as I continue to take it."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 10, 2021

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I've been through this med 3 times. The first two times barely worked (they worked while I took it), but symptoms immediately came back. The 3rd time I took it, I also ate a BelliWelli bar everyday because my friend recommended them. They are brownie made for IBS and have probiotics. I think it was the combination of those with the Xifaxan that eventually worked. The 3rd time I took xifaxan with the belliwellis, I had no symptoms after taking."

• Tummy...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 9, 2018

For Crohn's Disease "I was just diagnosed with Crohn's disease July 2018 I have lost 47lbs in 2 months. They tried the traditional medicine and added the rifaximin in a few days I could feel the difference I went from 6 pain pills a day to NONE AT ALL. It gave me my life back I was hospitalized 3 times, I am now eating back to work and feeling like me again still have more surgery to go but the pain is gone a bowel movements are normal. This drug is the best."

• anone...
• August 10, 2009

For Traveler's Diarrhea "This drug works miracles. I went on vacation with family, had dinner at a non-American food buffet. I was careful what I ate but got sick before we left the restaurant. 3 weeks of misery, called the doctor, got rifaximin, and was feeling 90% improved by second day of treatment. Amazing-amazing-amazing drug!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 27, 2022

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "Was 3 x a day at 550mg.Had dry mouth, irritated throat, hard to swallow foods. Abdomen swelled Became constipated. Lowered dosage 2 x a day after 5 days. Drank throat coat tea to help dry throat. Stopped taking after 7 days."

• MCAS
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2022

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Gastro said to take for SIBO with constipation. Didn’t want to give neomycin too as very strong. Had some minor improvements while taking Rifaxamin for 14 days 2x550mg a day but after became more constipated and worsened GERD."

• Bip
• July 3, 2021

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "You need yo take tofranil to block the signals from your stomach to your brain. I have re-occurring sibo. If I take tofranil , I’m good. If I stop, I notice the symptoms immediately as bad and have to treat again with xifixan. I went to the Mayo Clinic in Arizona did treatment and they recommended tofranil. Ask your gastro about it. Life changer."

• No...
• August 21, 2021

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome "Got rifaximin prescribed for SIBO without an official diagnosis. No testing was done for SIBO— just the doctors assumption from the symptoms I was having. I took it for 3 days (3x a day) and I HAD to quit. The stomach pain/cramping is unbearable. I have bouts of nausea constantly and I have more diarrhea than ever. I wasn’t even suffering from diarrhea before this drug. Pretty disappointed and upset. I hope these side-effects are not long-term, considering I cut my dosage short — for obvious reasons."

• Rockh...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 25, 2023

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I have basically unconfirmed IBS. Tremendous bloating and constipation. It can be really awful. Been on Linzess for a few years which helps but you have to be careful when you take it so you don’t poop in your pants."

• Pleased
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 16, 2023

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "Suffered with increasing IBS D symptoms for several years, modified diet, lifestyle with partial results that while effective, did not prevent long bouts of more severe symptoms following a setback in diet regimen or infection. Prescribed rifaximin 12 months ago, noticed improvement in several days with minor side effects, some of which were similar to the prior symptoms, likely caused by too much starchy food, but over several days felt very good, even good enough to try different foods. Very effective in clearing up symptoms, primarily IBS, with associated improvement in other symptoms. I have since relapsed twice, approximately every six months, and take rifaximin after a week or two/or if I am planning on traveling and eating out, as suggested by my doctor. I have been happy with the results, but do follow a strict low fodmap, limited sugar diet and no longer tolerate alcohol in any more than limited amounts."

• Holger
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2023

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "Took the drug to treat IBSD it was very expensive at 400 bucks for two weeks' worth. After taking only 4 pills I got severe diarrhea along with extreme bloating that lasted all night. I was so hoping for some magic but it was not to be. Will not continue with this drug because it was so bad for me."

• Rifix...
• November 27, 2022

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "The first time I took Rifaximin it had a slight improvement for mey SIBO I felt if I ate well, it did wanders, but if I ate badly, I was man down. I tried a second course 2 months later that didn't help me in any way & infact have never recovered to pre Rifaximin course."

• rotem
• January 8, 2023

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I am actually taking this for Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) . First time I took it didn't work, because I had methane (bad gas). Then I took it with neomycin, and together it did wonders for me. Now a year later SIBO is back but it's hydrogen gas, this helped the first few days then I had pasta and alcohol, and I've been suffering for 3 days. Need to stick with a low fodmap diet on this. I'm not impressed at all. With neomycin I could eat all foods with minimal reaction. Now I'm not sure it's working."

• caty
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 16, 2023

For Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I started taking Zaxine 550mg three times a day for 2 weeks but had to stop after 6 days. I had trouble with watery diarrhea. I called the doctor he said to stop the medication. I had stomach pain and diarrhea a couple of hours after eating. Afraid to eat because I will be running to the washroom, and can't leave the house. I hope it clears up soon. Can anyone tell me how long I will be waiting?"

• Jacob
• May 20, 2009

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "This drug saved my life. I have severe irritable bowel syndrome for 20 years and it completely stopped all my symptoms for 4 months. My doctor recommended that I repeat the treatment every 3-4 months."

• Anonymous
• November 17, 2010

Xifaxan (rifaximin) for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea "I have to take the 14 day course every 2-3 months as symptoms do return- but it is worth it! I get 100% relief within 48 hours after I start a course."