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Aemcolo

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Medically Reviewed by Glamora Samuels, MD TheMediTary.Com | Reviewed: Sep 15, 2023  Additional Content by TheMediTary.Com

Generic name: Rifamycin

Pregnancy & Lactation: Risk data not available

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What is Aemcolo?

Rifamycin is used in adults to treat traveler's diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli (E. coli).

Rifamycin is not for use in treating diarrhea with fever or blood in the stools, or diarrhea that is not caused by E. coli.

Rifamycin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

You should not use rifamycin if you are allergic to it, or if you have:

  • a fever; or
  • blood in your stools.

Rifamycin is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • an allergic reaction to an antibiotic or other medicine to treat or prevent infection.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

How should I use Aemcolo

Use Aemcolo (Oral) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Rifamycin is usually taken twice daily for 3 days in a row. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.

Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

You may take rifamycin with or without food. Do not take with alcohol.

Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 48 hours, or if your diarrhea gets worse.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What should I do if I missed a dose of Aemcolo (Oral)?

Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not take two doses at one time.

Aemcolo side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Call your doctor at once if you have:

  • severe stomach pain; or
  • diarrhea that is watery or bloody.

Common side effects may include:

  • constipation; or
  • headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Aemcolo?

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.

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