Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet

Recofast tablet is used to gain temporary relief from stuffy nose, sinus, and ear symptoms caused by the allergies, common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses such as sinusitis and bronchitis. This medication works by decreasing swelling of the nose and ears which makes breathing easier.

To ensure complete safety, before starting this tablet, tell your doctor if you suffer from blood vessel problems, diabetes, overactive thyroid, high blood pressure, mood disorders, glaucoma, heart disease, seizure disorder, difficulty sleeping or trouble urinating. This medication is recommended for use in younger children.

The dosage is based on your age. Do not increase your dose or frequency of this medication before consulting the doctor. Improper use of this drug can cause you serious harm.

• Dry Cough

• Fever

• Cold Symptoms

• Muscle Pain

• Allergy

• Hyperthyroidism

• Sedation

• Sleepiness

• Fatigue

• Vomiting

• Weakness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  This medicine may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women are advised to take proper care before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function. Contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist belonging to the phenethylamine class, which acts as a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swelling of blood vessels in the ear and nose, thereby providing great relief from discomfort. It also acts as an histamine blocker, thus blocks the action of histamine within the body and relieves the disease symptoms.

• Ques : What is Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet is used to gain temporary relief from a stuffy nose, sinus, and ear symptoms caused by the allergies, common cold, flu, or other breathing illnesses such as sinusitis and bronchitis. It contains Phenylephrine and Triprolidine as active ingredients. Recofast works by constricting the blood vessels results in decreasing the flow of blood thus relieves nasal congestion; blocking the action of histamine.

• Ques : What are the uses of Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like common cold, nasal decongestant, allergy, catarrh, and chill.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects of this tablet include confusion, headache, restlessness, and difficulty in passing urine.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

  Ans : It should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet?

  Ans : This tablet should not be used if you have the conditions such as Alcohol, Allergic reactions, and Hyperthyroidism.

• Ques : Is Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

• Ques : Will Recofast 5mg/2.5mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of this tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Confusion, Headache, Restlessness, Difficulty in passing urine, Swelling of the face, Slow heart action, Difficulty in breathing, Rate skin rash, High blood pressure, Urge to vomit, Hypertension, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Fast heart rate, Palpitation, Blurred vision, Nausea, and Hallucinations, etc.

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• Phenylephrine- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:

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• Triprolidine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 26 April 2019]. Available from:

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