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Posted 12/13/2020 12:47 PM (GMT 0)
Has anyone tried rifampin which is a generic form of rifaxamin? Were there any good results for sibo etc.? I want to order off of alldaychemist b they only have the generic form which is something called rifadin I beleive bt the main ingredient.is rifampin or rifaxamin I believe
Posted 12/13/2020 3:06 PM (GMT 0)
two different used for different purposes... but from the same general family of antibiotics
(the main difference being high/low absorption through the gut )

Rifampicin, also known as rifampin, is an antibiotic used to treat several types of bacterial infections, including tuberculosis, Mycobacterium avium complex, leprosy, and Legionnaires’ disease. It is almost always used together with other antibiotics. ( this is the one many people on here will have tried for Bartonella )
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rifampicin

Rifaximin, sold under the brand name Xifaxan among others, is an antibiotic medication used to treat travelers' diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome, and hepatic encephalopathy. It has poor absorption when taken by mouth. (this is the one that is typically used for SIBO)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rifaximin
Posted 12/13/2020 4:07 PM (GMT 0)
Rifaxamin/Xifaxan is used for SIBO. It’s a brilliant antibiotic that is enteric coated and acts only on the small intestine. It’s not absorbed into the bloodstream either, making it extremely safe and perfect for the job of fighting intestinal overgrowth.

I would stay on it forever if I could. Problem is it’s extremely expensive, and insurance won’t approve it wo a poisiricr breath test.

You can get it from mark’e marine pharmacy in Canada for $600 tho, vs like $3k in the US

Rifampin is a totally different drug and is used for bart and other infections like garzie mentioned.

Which one are you talking about?
Posted 12/13/2020 4:41 PM (GMT 0)
Dam guess I'm out of luck I found rifampin on alldaychemist bt no luck being able to order rifaxamin/Xifaxan even under a generic name. I need something for the sibo
Posted 12/13/2020 4:48 PM (GMT 0)
Ask a dr for a prescription. Maybe he’ll write it. If not have to go to a gastro
Posted 12/13/2020 9:58 PM (GMT 0)

dcd2103 said...
Ask a dr for a prescription. Maybe he’ll write it. If not have to go to a gastro

My GI doc is one of those morons that thinks they know it all. I have a history of years of antibiotic use and not once he mentions sibo or cdiff he says my sibo test was neg bt failed to mention the 2 of sibo and when I bring that up he's says there's no such thing. Wt a bummer
Posted 12/13/2020 10:32 PM (GMT 0)

MedicalNerd said...
My GI doc is one of those morons that thinks they know it all. I have a history of years of antibiotic use and not once he mentions sibo or cdiff he says my sibo test was neg bt failed to mention the 2 of sibo and when I bring that up he's says there's no such thing. Wt a bummer

The SIBO test automatically tests for both Methane and Hydrogren, so if they ran a SIBO test they tested for both. It sounds like if you were negative, then you had neither.

That being said, who knows, maybe its wrong. Do you have upset stomach, diarrhea, constipation, or excess burping?

You can try some at-home herbals. Emulsified Oil of Oregano is pretty powerful. Berberine is great for SIBO. SF722 is strong too and will go after Candida too if you have it. Olive leaf extract, neem, there are tons. It's usually recommended to pick 2 herbs at least, and rotate them. Or you can try a broad spectrum. Candi-bactin AR+Candibactin BR, or Dysbiocide + FC Cidal are two ready made formulas.
Posted 12/15/2020 7:05 PM (GMT 0)

dcd2103 said...

MedicalNerd said...
My GI doc is one of those morons that thinks they know it all. I have a history of years of antibiotic use and not once he mentions sibo or cdiff he says my sibo test was neg bt failed to mention the 2 of sibo and when I bring that up he's says there's no such thing. Wt a bummer

The SIBO test automatically tests for both Methane and Hydrogren, so if they ran a SIBO test they tested for both. It sounds like if you were negative, then you had neither.

That being said, who knows, maybe its wrong. Do you have upset stomach, diarrhea, constipation, or excess burping?

You can try some at-home herbals. Emulsified Oil of Oregano is pretty powerful. Berberine is great for SIBO. SF722 is strong too and will go after Candida too if you have it. Olive leaf extract, neem, there are tons. It's usually recommended to pick 2 herbs at least, and rotate them. Or you can try a broad spectrum. Candi-bactin AR+Candibactin BR, or Dysbiocide + FC Cidal are two ready made formulas.

well I know 1 cause of sibo for sure is over use of antibiotics and yes I had disgusting burps sulfur burps rotted eggs smell bloating and fullness as.soon as I eat 2 bites of food. When I say bloating I mean looking 5 months pregnant. Mind u I only weigh 117 pounds and I'm 5"7 so tall and thin. 1 clue is waking up with a flat tummy in the am them eating and feeling nauseas and bloated full . Constipated as well that's gotten better bt still happens . I have great diet and probiotics now so they said ibs bt to be realistic u don't just wake.up 1 day and decide u have ibs lol so I went on my many years of over use antibiotics and put the pieces together. I'll try oregano oil and allicin. I asked about rifaximin because ppl claim to have gained weight off it and.felt.totally better. I can't gain weight for the life of it and I've always been on the chunky side in my life. I've tried gluten free paleo etc. For a while as well
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