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Recol, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of High Cholesterol. Recol 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 Recol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Recol as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Recol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Recol's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. In addition, Recol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Recol related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Kidney Cancer, Alcoholism must refrain from the use of Recol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Recol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Recol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Recol is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Recol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Recol safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Recol. If you are pregnant, do not take Recol without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Recol safe during breastfeeding?
Recol may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Recol on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Recol. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Recol on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Recol. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Recol on the Heart?
Side effects of Recol rarely affect the heart.
Recol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Recol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Recol habit forming or addictive?
Recol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Recol does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Recol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Recol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Recol
When consumed with certain foods, Recol may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Recol
Consuming Recol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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