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Rekof is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Rekof also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rekof. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Rekof side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Rekof normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Rekof has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Rekof related warnings talks about Rekof's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Rekof contraindications section.
Besides this, Rekof may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Rekof, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Rekof 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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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Rekof safe for pregnant women?
Rekof can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Rekof safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Rekof. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Rekof on the Kidneys?
Rekof 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 Rekof on the Liver?
Side effects of Rekof rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Rekof on the Heart?
Rekof is rarely harmful for the heart.
Rekof should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rekof unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rekof habit forming or addictive?
Yes, you can get addicted to Rekof. It is essential that you take [medicine] only after doctor's recommendation.
Interaction between Food and Rekof
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rekof with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rekof
Taking Rekof with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
No, taking Rekof does not cause weight gain. However, long-term usage of this drug may rarely cause some weight gain. You are recommended to inform your doctor if you are experiencing any weight gain while consuming Rekof.
Yes, Rekof can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Rekof is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.
Yes, Rekof is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as drowsiness, diarrhea, constipation, weakness, and tiredness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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