RECOFAST PLUS TABS TAB

Overview

RECOFAST PLUS TABS TAB is a Schedule H drug.

RECOFAST PLUS TABS TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (60 MG), TRIPROLIDINE (2.5 MG)

Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine 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

PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: Arthritis
PARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 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: Not Safe

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 < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies show it as Safe

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

Precautions for RECOFAST PLUS TABS TAB and its Constituents


Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, sugar, difficulty in urinating, thyroid or heart disease, intestinal blockage, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not take appetite control medicines while taking this medication.
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.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow Eyes
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness
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

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching
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

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
TRIPROLIDINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for RECOFAST PLUS TABS TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FASTORIK TABINR 17.7 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG
NOCOLD PLUS 500MG/60MG/2.5MG TABINR 12.65 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG
RECOFAST PLUS 500MG/60MG/2.5MG TABINR 40.52 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG
RECOFAST PLUS TABS TABINR 40.52 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ACTIFED PLUS TABINR 9.44 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 2.5 MG
NOCOLD PLUS CAPLETINR 11.97 for 10 CAPLETSPARACETAMOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , TRIPROLIDINE