Rufecta 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Solution)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 75.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Rupatadine fumarate |
| Company | Biopharma limited |
| 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, an antagonist of platelet activating factor (PAF)
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended 10mg once a day for adults and adolescents over 12 years
- Recommended dose for children aged 2 to 11 years, based on weight
Interaction
- Increased systemic exposure when co-administered with ketoconazole or erythromycin
- Caution while co-administering with CYP3A4 inhibitors, statins, CNS depressants, or alcohol
- Grapefruit and grapefruit juice avoidance
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to Rupatadine or any excipients
Side Effects
- Common: Asthenia, dizziness, drowsiness
- Uncommon: Appetite increased, arthralgia, back pain, etc.
- Rare: Palpitations, tachycardia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential risk during pregnancy
- Unknown excretion in mother's milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with known QT interval prolongation, uncorrected hypokalemia, or ongoing proarrhythmic conditions
- Caution in elderly patients
- Not recommended in patients with impaired kidney or liver function
Use in Special Populations
- Caution in elderly patients
- Safety and efficacy not established in patients less than 12 years of age
- Not recommended in patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency
Overdose Effects
Somnolence
Therapeutic Class
Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
Store below 30°C, protect from light and moisture, keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C26H26ClN3
- Chemical Structure Image: [https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-972-rupatadine-fumarate-chemical-structure-jX5B4fOuuvlUHIyrpxAC.svg]
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