Rapitus XT Syrup 100ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Acebrophylline 50 mg+Guaiphenesin 50 mg+Terbutaline 1.25 mg
Manufacturer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT RAPITUS XT SYRUPRAPITUS XT SYRUP is a combination of Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin and Terbutaline which belongs to the group of medicines called Bronchodilators, Expectorants and Beta agonists respectively. RAPITUS XT SYRUP is used to manage cough with mucus. A cough with severe mucus production, can sometimes occur in response to irritation from an allergen or irritant. The most common ca
Uses
include smoke, air pollution, and pollen. Sometimes, a cough that produces mucus can be an alert for an acute health condition, such as an upper or lower respiratory infection. Before taking RAPITUS XT SYRUP inform your doctor if you if you have diabetes, fits, hypotension (low blood pressure), overactive thyroid, hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria, arrhythmias (abnormal heart beats), and kidney, liver, or heart problems. Do not take RAPITUS XT SYRUP if you are allergic to Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline or any other ingredients of this medicine. RAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution in pregnant, breastfeeding women, and elderly patients. Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking RAPITUS XT SYRUP. The common
How It Works
RAPITUS XT SYRUP is a combination of Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin and Terbutaline. Acebrophylline lowers the viscosity of the thick mucus and increases ciliary motility making it easy for mucus to be moved. It facilitates bronchial muscles relaxation by increasing certain enzymes. Guaiphenesin increases respiratory tract fluid, reduces the viscosity of tenacious secretions and acts as an expectorant. Terbutaline works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. When the medicine is given in combination, it makes breathing easier and relives the discomfort.
Directions for Use
Take RAPITUS XT SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
RAPITUS XT SYRUP are tremor (shaky hands), headache, tachycardia (heat beats faster), palpitations (feeling aware of your heartbeat) and muscle spasms. Consult your doctor if you feel any of these side effects worsen or persists for a longer duration. USES OF RAPITUS XT SYRUP Used to manage cough with mucus HOW RAPITUS XT SYRUP WORKSRAPITUS XT SYRUP is a combination of Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin and Terbutaline. Acebrophylline lowers the viscosity of the thick mucus and increases ciliary motility making it easy for mucus to be moved. It facilitates bronchial muscles relaxation by increasing certain enzymes. Guaiphenesin increases respiratory tract fluid, reduces the viscosity of tenacious secretions and acts as an expectorant. Terbutaline works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. When the medicine is given in combination, it makes breathing easier and relives the discomfort. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake RAPITUS XT SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF RAPITUS XT SYRUPCOMMON tremors nausea, vomiting pain in the upper part of abdomen diarrhoea elevation in liver enzymes nervousness headache palpitations shortness of breath anxiety muscle cramps dry mouth or throat dysgeusia (change in taste) RARE hypersensitivity reactions heart related symptoms (atrial fibrillation, supraventricular tachycardia and extra systoles, myocardial ischaemia, peripheral vasodilation) hallucinations (seeing or hearing something that is not there) paraesthesia (an abnormal sensation) Stop taking RAPITUS XT SYRUP and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: serious allergic reactions that may cause swelling of face or throat, wheezing or sudden difficulties in breathing skin lesions such as severe blistering or peeling of your skin, mouth, throat, nose, eyes, and genitals uncontrollable shaking nervousness dizziness, drowsiness difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep weakness sweating feel tightness of your chest signs of pruritus
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution during pregnancy. Consult your doctor for advice. BREASTFEEDINGUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP does not influence the capacity of driving or operating any machines. Consult your doctor for advice. KIDNEYUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. LIVERUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take RAPITUS XT SYRUP if you are allergic to Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases. Consult your doctor for advice. USE IN PEDIATRICSConsult your doctorYour doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before giving RAPITUS XT SYRUP. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionRAPITUS XT SYRUP should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor for advice. OTHERSRAPITUS XT SYRUP is not recommended for use if you: have peptic ulcers Before taking RAPITUS XT SYRUP, inform your doctor if you: have intolerance to fructose have a history of fits or seizures have thyroid problems have hypertension
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking RAPITUS XT SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: beta-blocking agents used to manage hypertension (Ex. propranolol) diuretics (Ex. spironolactone) monoamine oxidase inhibitors to manage depression (Ex. isocarboxazid) methyl xanthine (Ex. aminophylline) corticosteroids to manage severe infections (Ex. deflazacort) antibiotics to manage infections. (Ex. ampicillin, amoxicillin, erythromycin) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of RAPITUS XT SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are abdominal pain, agitation, palpitations, seizures/fits, increased heartbeat, nervousness, headache, tremor, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fatigue, malaise, insomnia (sleeplessness). SYNOPSIS Drug : Acebrophylline, Guaiphenesin, Terbutaline Pharmacological Category : Bronchodilators, Expectorants, Beta agonists Therapeutic Indication : Manages cough with mucus Dosage Forms : Tablet, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep RAPITUS XT SYRUP out of reach of children Store at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Rapitus XT Syrup 100ml.
What is RAPITUS XT SYRUP used for?
RAPITUS XT SYRUP is used to manage cough with mucus. A cough with severe mucus production, can sometimes occur in response to irritation from an allergen or irritant. The most common causes include smoke, air pollution, and pollen. Sometimes, a cough that produces mucus can be an alert for an acute health condition, such as an upper or lower respiratory infection.
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Last Updated
11 Mar 2023