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Ratifed is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup, Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Ratifed have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ratifed depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
The side effects typically associated with Ratifed include Constipation, Dry Mouth. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ratifed can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ratifed are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Ratifed's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Ratifed related warnings talks about Ratifed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ratifed is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Glaucoma as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ratifed contraindications section.
Besides this, Ratifed may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ratifed is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ratifed 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 Ratifed safe for pregnant women?
Ratifed is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Ratifed safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Ratifed as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Ratifed on the Kidneys?
Ratifed is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ratifed on the Liver?
Ratifed may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ratifed on the Heart?
Ratifed is rarely harmful for the heart.
Ratifed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ratifed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ratifed habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ratifed has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Ratifed
It is safe to take Ratifed with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ratifed
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Ratifed as it can have severe side effects.
Ratifed is the brand name for dextromethorphan. It belongs to the category of medication known as antitussives. It is available in the form of a tablet, lozenge, and syrup. Ratifed is used for the treatment of a cough caused by throat and bronchial irritation like the common cold and inhaled irritants. It is highly effective against a chronic and non-productive cough.
No, Ratifed is not a steroid. It is related to codeine and is a non-opioid derivative of morphine. It is an antitussive which is used for managing the dry cough.
Yes, you can take Ratifed for a dry cough. It is a cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the brain to suppress a dry cough. Ratifed is used for a short-term to prevent coughing associated with cold, flu, and inhaled irritant.
No, Ratifed is not safe for infants as the safety and efficacy are yet to be established in infants and young children. It can be, however, given to children above 4 years of age but one should give Ratifed to children only after consulting a doctor. In addition, if you are giving more than two products to a child then make sure that none of the ingredients is present in both because then it may lead to an overdose.
Yes, rarely, Ratifed may cause an allergic reaction with symptoms like difficulty in breathing, itching, swelling on lips and mouth, etc. If you suffer from any of these symptoms, consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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