Rapitus Information

Rapitus is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough.

The optimal dosage of Rapitus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rapitus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Rapitus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Rapitus is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Rapitus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rapitus related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Rapitus are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Rapitus may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Rapitus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Rapitus Benefits & Uses

Rapitus is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Cough

Rapitus 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	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg/5ml
Geriatric	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg/5ml
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg/5ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 30 mg/5ml

Rapitus Related Warnings

Is the use of Rapitus safe for pregnant women?

Rapitus shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Rapitus safe during breastfeeding?

Rapitus should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Rapitus on the Kidneys?

Rapitus may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rapitus on the Liver?

Side effects of Rapitus rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rapitus on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Rapitus for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rapitus with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Diazepam

Alprazolam

Clonazepam

Rapitus Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Rapitus

Is this Rapitus habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rapitus is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rapitus as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Rapitus only as per medical advice.

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

Rapitus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rapitus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rapitus

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Rapitus, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rapitus

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Rapitus as it can have severe side effects.

Severe