Rufast 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 10.03 (3 x 14: ৳ 421.26)
Strip Price: ৳ 140.42
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Rupatadine fumarate |
| Company | Opsonin pharma ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Symptomatic treatment of Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
- Symptomatic treatment of Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
- Symptomatic treatment of Urticaria
Pharmacology
- Long-acting, non-sedative antagonist of histamine H1-receptors
- Antagonizes platelet activating factor (PAF)
- Inhibits degranulation of mast cells
- Inhibits release of cytokines
Dosage & Administration
- 10 mg once a day for adults and adolescents over 12 years
- 1 teaspoonful (5 ml) for children weighing 25 kg or more
- 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 ml) for children weighing 10-25 kg
Interaction
- Contraindicated with ketoconazole and erythromycin
- Use with caution with statins, CNS depressants, and alcohol
- Should not be taken with grapefruit or grapefruit juice
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Rupatadine or any excipients
Side Effects
- Common: asthenia, dizziness, drowsiness
- Uncommon: appetite increased, arthralgia, back pain, concentration impaired
- Rare: palpitations, tachycardia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy unless benefits outweigh risks
- Not recommended during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with known prolongation of the QT interval
- Use with caution in elderly patients
- Use not recommended in patients with impaired kidney or liver function
Use in Special Populations
- Use with caution in elderly
- Not established for patients under 12 years of age
- Not recommended in patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Most common adverse reaction is somnolence
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool & dry place below 30°C
- Protect from light & moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C26H26ClN3
Common Questions about Rufast 10 mg Tablet
- H1-receptors antagonist
- Used for treating seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis and urticaria
- Not recommended during pregnancy
- Unknown effect on breast-feeding
- No data available on driving safety
- Caution advised in patients with renal impairment
- Duration of action is 8 to 10 hours