My child is on monthly rounds of Rifaximin and about to start the next round but is showing signs of developing a common cold. Should I start the round of Rifaximin as planned or wait?

I generally counsel my parents to hold the next scheduled round of rifaximin for a few days until the child’s symptoms have resolved. If you are in the middle of giving a round of rifaximin or are using it continuously I recommend my patients do not interrupt the rifaximin even if another physician prescribes an antibiotic course for a middle ear or sinus infection.