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Rapitus LS is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Rapitus LS safe for pregnant women?
Rapitus LS can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Rapitus LS right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Rapitus LS safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Rapitus LS in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Rapitus LS is unavailable.
What is the effect of Rapitus LS on the Kidneys?
Rapitus LS may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rapitus LS on the Liver?
Rapitus LS can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Rapitus LS on the Heart?
Rapitus LS has very mild side effects on the heart.
Rapitus LS should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rapitus LS unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rapitus LS habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rapitus LS has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rapitus LS does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Rapitus LS is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Rapitus LS cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Rapitus LS
Taking Rapitus LS with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rapitus LS
Taking alcohol with Rapitus LS can be dangerous.
No, Rapitus LS should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Rapitus LS is a bronchodilator. It is a short-acting bronchodilator which dilates the bronchi and bronchioles.
No, Rapitus LS does not cause thrush (yeast infection). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
The effect of interaction between these two drugs is not clear because Benadryl (diphenhydramine) increased sedation while as Rapitus LS decreased sedation. Hence, you are advised to discuss it with your doctor first before taking these two drugs together.
Rapitus LS is a bronchodilator which causes widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in the lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of airways. This helps the patients breathe more easily which provides relief to the patient from the symptoms such as wheezing, and chest tightness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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