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

Rafacol Benefits & Uses

Rafacol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Asthma
Ulcerative Colitis (Read More - Healing Your Gut: Natural Remedies for Intestinal Inflammation)

Other Benefits

Rafacol 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: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 9 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 9 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Inflammatory Bowel Disease Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 9 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Rafacol Related Warnings

Is the use of Rafacol safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Rafacol in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Rafacol safe during breastfeeding?

Rafacol 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 Rafacol on the Kidneys?

Rafacol rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rafacol on the Liver?

Rafacol is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Rafacol on the Heart?

Rafacol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rafacol with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Rafacol Contraindications

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

Allergy
Infections
Cataract
Glaucoma
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Rafacol

Is this Rafacol habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Rafacol has not been reported.

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

Rafacol will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rafacol should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Rafacol for mental disorders.

No

Rafacol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rafacol

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rafacol

Information about the interaction of Rafacol and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rafacol

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Rafacol on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

No, Rafacol should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rafacol cause hair loss?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

No, Rafacol does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing excessive hair loss after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Rafacol?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Take Rafacol as long as it is recommended by your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rafacol cause gastritis?

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

No, Rafacol does not cause gastritis. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. In fact, oral budesonide is used in the treatment of collagenous gastritis (CG) when other treatment options do not work.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rafacol cause headache?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Rafacol may cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.