Refast: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Refast Information

Refast is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Post Menopausal Osteoporosis, Anemia. The alternative uses of Refast have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Refast is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Refast also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fluid Retention. While these are the most often observed Refast side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Refast are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Refast has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Refast has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Refast related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Refast have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Refast with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Refast is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Refast Benefits & Uses
Refast Dosage & How to Take
Refast Side Effects
Refast Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Refast with Other Drugs
Refast Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Refast
Refast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Refast Benefits & Uses

Refast is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Post Menopausal Osteoporosis
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Other Benefits

Refast Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult(Female)	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Geriatric	Disease: Post Menopausal Osteoporosis Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given every 3 - 4 wk
Adult	Disease: Anemia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose for anemia with chronic kidney failure patient

Refast Related Warnings

Is the use of Refast safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Refast. If you are pregnant, do not take Refast without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Refast safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Refast. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Refast on the Kidneys?

Refast rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Refast on the Liver?

Side effects of Refast rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Refast on the Heart?

Refast may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Refast with Other Drugs

Refast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Anastrozole

Mild

Thyroxine

Refast Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Refast unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Porphyria
Diabetes Type 1
Heart Disease
Migraine

Frequently asked Questions about Refast

Is this Refast habit forming or addictive?

Yes, you can get addicted to Refast. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Refast does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Refast only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Refast in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Refast Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Refast

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Refast with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Refast

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Refast with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Refast

Question almost 5 years ago

How is Refast helpful in hypogonadism?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Low levels of testosterone represent a condition in males known as hypogonadism. Refast might be helpful in hypogonadism as testosterone replacement therapy because it is a synthetic analog of the naturally occurring testosterone which works in almost similarly to natural testosterone in the body.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Refast build muscle?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Refast is used to build the muscle mass.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Refast associated with any psychological effects?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, use of Refast may be associated with several psychological effects like depression, aggression, mood swings, psychosis, addiction, withdrawal, and dependency disorders. If you suffer from any of these disorders, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Refast on my own?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, it is not recommended that you discontinue Refast on your own. Discontinuation might lead to disease relapse and other side effects. Continue taking Refast for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Refast?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Refast is the brand name for nandrolone. It belongs to the class of compounds known as anabolic steroids. It is available in the form of an injection. It is used in burns, surgery, anemias, and trauma. It is also used in osteoporosis in post-menopausal women.