RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB

Overview

RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB is composed of: PHENYLEPHRINE (5.0 MG), TRIPROLIDINE (2.5 MG)

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Triprolidine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose,hives, skin rash and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Usage

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

TRIPROLIDINE is generally used to treat: Skin Rash, Hives, Common Cold
TRIPROLIDINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB and its Constituents

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, urinary retention, enlargement of prostate, pyloric obstruction (disorder), epilepsy, children less than 6 years, elderly, during pregnancy. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of triprolidine.

Common Side-Effects

PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
TRIPROLIDINE : Drowsiness, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Coordination, Dry Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Mood Swings, Hallucinations, Nervousness, Restless Or Irritability, Ringing In Ears, Difficulty Urinating, Easy Bruising, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

TRIPROLIDINE can interfere with: Intestinal Obstruction, Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

• DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
• VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

TRIPROLIDINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

RECOFAST 5MG/2.5MG TAB	INR 29.95 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG
RECOFAST TAB	INR 18.68 for 10 TABLETS	PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ASCORIL D 5MG/10MG/1.25MG SYP	INR 84 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
ASCORIL PLUS D SYP	INR 94 for 100 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE 12.5 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
ASCORIL-D SYR	INR 94 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
CORITUSS SYP	INR 72 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS 10MG/5MG/1.25MG TAB	INR 40 for 10 TABLETS	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS D LIQUID	INR 80 for 100 ML LIQUID	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS-D LIQD	INR 80 for 100 ML LIQUID	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
KOFNOK D SYP	INR 49.52 for 100 ML SYRUP	TRIPROLIDINE , PHENYLEPHRINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
NEW DELETUS D SYP	INR 69.2 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
RATIFED SYP	INR 91.36 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
RECOFAST PLUS SUSP	INR 54.2 for 60 ML SUSPENSION	PARACETAMOL 25 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 0.625 MG
RECOFAST SYP	INR 44.13 for 30 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.625 MG
REFID D SYP	INR 65 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.25 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML
SUPRACOF D SYP	INR 64.8 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.25 MG/ML