RAPEED D TABLET is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Other than this, RAPEED D TABLET has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of RAPEED D TABLET depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
RAPEED D TABLET also has some side effects, the most common being Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of RAPEED D TABLET have been listed ahead. Such side effects of RAPEED D TABLET normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, RAPEED D TABLET's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, RAPEED D TABLET's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the RAPEED D TABLET related warnings section.
RAPEED D TABLET is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by RAPEED D TABLET are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, RAPEED D TABLET may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that RAPEED D TABLET is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
RAPEED D TABLET is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when RAPEED D TABLET is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of RAPEED D TABLET safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Rapeed D safely.
Is the use of RAPEED D TABLET safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Rapeed D. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of RAPEED D TABLET on the Kidneys?
Rapeed D does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of RAPEED D TABLET on the Liver?
Rapeed D is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of RAPEED D TABLET on the Heart?
Using Rapeed D does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
RAPEED D TABLET should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take RAPEED D TABLET unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this RAPEED D TABLET habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that RAPEED D TABLET is addictive.
Interaction between Food and RAPEED D TABLET
You can take RAPEED D TABLET with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and RAPEED D TABLET
Taking alcohol with RAPEED D TABLET can be dangerous.
Yes, Rapeed D has been reported to cause diarrhoea but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug, discuss your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Rapeed D can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
No, Rapeed D does not cause high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. You are advised to monitor your blood sugar level on daily basis. If you notice high blood sugar levels after taking this drug, then discuss it with your doctor who might change the dosage of your current medications.
Yes, Rapeed D can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
No, Rapeed D does not cause erectile dysfunction. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. It is not a known side effect of this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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