Rifaximin Tablet Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Dizziness
  • Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
  • Gas
  • Headache
  • Low Energy
  • Nausea
  • Stomach Cramps

INFREQUENT side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Joint Pain

RARE side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
  • Skin Rash With Sloughing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Chest Pain
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Hives
  • Itching
  • Muscle Pain
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
  • Throat Irritation
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Vomiting
  • Weight Loss
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