REDIREST FORTE TAB

Overview

REDIREST FORTE TAB is a Schedule H drug.

REDIREST FORTE TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (650.0 MG), PROCHLORPERAZINE (5.0 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.

Prochlorperazine is an anti-psychotic medicine in a group of drugs called phenothiazines. it works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Prochlorperazine oral (taken by mouth) is used to treat psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia. It is also used to treat anxiety, and to control severe nausea and vomiting.

Usage

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

PROCHLORPERAZINE is generally used to treat: Schizophrenia
PROCHLORPERAZINE can address symptoms like: Anxiety, Nausea, Vomit

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

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 REDIREST FORTE 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 heart disease, central nervous system depression, liver problems, low blood pressure, increased eye pressure, neuroleptic malignant syndrome, tardive dyskinesia, bone marrow depression, involuntary muscle movements, Parkinson disease, Reye syndrome, prostate enlargement, seizures, alcoholism, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision or lightheadedness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Avoid exposure sunlight.

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
PROCHLORPERAZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Irregular Heartbeat, Agitation, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Fainting

Common Side-Effects

PROCHLORPERAZINE : Dizziness, Lightheadedness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Constipation, Dry Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

PROCHLORPERAZINE : Agitation, Restless Or Irritability, Difficulty Urinating, Easy Bruising, Fever, Throat Soreness, Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Rare Side-Effects

PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body Itching
PROCHLORPERAZINE : Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Skin Rash, Confusion, Fatigue (tiredness), Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Body Itching, Face Swelling, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

PROCHLORPERAZINE can interfere with: Dementia, Alcoholism, Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Myocardial Infarction, Hypotension, Pheochromocytoma, Diarrhoea, Respiratory Failure, Intestinal Obstruction, Glaucoma, Urinary Retention, Breast Cancer, Hypocalcemia, Bone Marrow Suppression, Acute Liver Failure, Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, Parkinsonism, Acute Renal Failure, Tardive Dyskinesia

Technical Classification

PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
PROCHLORPERAZINE is categorized as:

• PHENOTHIAZINE ANTIEMETICS / ANTIEMETIC/ANTIVERTIGO AGENTS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
• PHENOTHIAZINE ANTIPSYCHOTICS / ANTIPSYCHOTICS / PSYCHOTHERAPEUTIC AGENTS

Available Alternatives for REDIREST FORTE TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

REDIREST FORTE TAB

INR 38.08 for 10 TABLETS

PARACETAMOL 650.0 MG, PROCHLORPERAZINE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

NT GRAIN TAB	INR 23.75 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, CAFFEINE 100.0 MG, PROCHLORPERAZINE 2.5 MG, ERGOTAMINE 1.0 MG
NUROFLOW 500MG/5MG TAB	INR 32.5 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, PROCHLORPERAZINE 5.0 MG