rifaximin

Rifaximin is an antibiotic used to treat certain stomach and intestinal conditions. It works locally in the gut to reduce harmful bacteria without significantly affecting the rest of the body. It is commonly prescribed for conditions like traveler's diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D), and to prevent hepatic encephalopathy in people with liver disease. Because it stays mostly in the gastrointestinal tract, it tends to have fewer systemic side effects compared to other antibiotics. Rifaximin helps restore a healthier balance of bacteria in the gut, alleviating symptoms related to infections and digestive disorders.