Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Fidaxomicin is used to treat Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhea (CDAD).
Fidaxomicin belongs to the class of medicines known as macrolide antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2023
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