Treatment Options For Asterixis

Use Of Antibiotics

For some patients, the use of antibiotics can help reduce symptoms of asterixis. One of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics for patients with asterixis is rifaximin, which reduces the bacteria in the stomach. If a patient has too much bacteria in this location, it can cause a dangerous accumulation of ammonia in the body; the ammonia can then enter the brain and lead to cognitive impairment. Rifaximin can cause side effects such as diarrhea, nausea, fever, gas, abdominal pain, bloating, and vomiting. Patients taking this medication should be carefully monitored by their healthcare team, and they should report any concerns or side effects they experience right away.

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