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Xifaxan Dosage

Generic name: RIFAXIMIN 550mg
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Miscellaneous antibiotics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 4, 2022.

Dosage for Travelers’ Diarrhea

The recommended dose of XIFAXAN is one 200 mg tablet taken orally three times a day for 3 days.

Dosage for Hepatic Encephalopathy

The recommended dose of XIFAXAN is one 550 mg tablet taken orally two times a day.

Dosage for Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea

​The recommended dose of XIFAXAN is one 550 mg tablet taken orally three times a day for 14 days. Patients who experience a recurrence of symptoms can be retreated up to two times with the same dosage regimen.

Administration

XIFAXAN can be taken with or without food [see Clinical Pharmacology ( 12.3)].

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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