Rifaximin

**Definition:** A synthetic rifamycin derivative and anti-bacterial agent that is used for the treatment of GASTROENTERITIS caused by ESCHERICHIA COLI INFECTIONS. It may also be used in the treatment of HEPATIC ENCEPHALOPATHY.

**Tree numbers:** - D03.633.400.811.850 - D04.345.295.750.850

**Synonyms:** - 4-Deoxy-4'-methylpyrido(1',2'-1,2)imidazo(5,4C)rifamycin