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Recopress is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Alcoholism.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Recopress. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Recopress as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Recopress are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Recopress's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Recopress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Recopress can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Recopress in conditions like Heart Disease, Psychosis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Recopress contraindications section.
Additionally, Recopress may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Recopress is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Recopress is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Is the use of Recopress safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Recopress. It is best to stop taking Recopress immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Recopress safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Recopress. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Recopress on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Recopress on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Recopress on the Liver?
Side effects of Recopress rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Recopress on the Heart?
Recopress has very mild side effects on the heart.
Recopress 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 Recopress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Recopress habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Recopress has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Recopress, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Recopress can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Recopress is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Recopress cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Recopress
You can take Recopress with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Recopress
Taking Recopress with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Recopress works by causing unpleasant effects when even small amounts of alcohol are consumed, which reduces the desire to drink. These effects include flushing of the face, headache, nausea, vomiting, choking, and anxiety. These effects begin about 10 minutes after alcohol enters the body and lasts for 1 hour or more. This drug is used as a part of a recovery program that includes medical supervision and counseling.
No, Recopress does not cause weight gain in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Recopress may cause acne. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is not known.
Take Recopress as advised by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Recopress does not cause any memory loss. However, if you are in doubt that this drug causing memory loss then discuss with your doctor without any hesitation.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 394
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Antabuse® (disulfiram)