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Redirest Forte is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Headache, Pain. The alternative uses of Redirest Forte have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Redirest Forte depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Redirest Forte side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Redirest Forte go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Redirest Forte is Unknown for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Redirest Forte related warnings talks about Redirest Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease, Drug Allergies must refrain from the use of Redirest Forte since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Redirest Forte have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Redirest Forte may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Redirest Forte is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Redirest Forte 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
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Is the use of Redirest Forte safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Redirest Forte will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Redirest Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Redirest Forte. If you see any side effects, stop taking Redirest Forte immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Redirest Forte again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Redirest Forte on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Redirest Forte on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Redirest Forte on the Liver?
Redirest Forte may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Redirest Forte on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Redirest Forte on the heart have been reported.
Redirest Forte should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Redirest Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Redirest Forte habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Redirest Forte is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Redirest Forte
Taking Redirest Forte with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Redirest Forte
Taking Redirest Forte with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Redirest Forte is not recommended for back pain. However, It can be taken along with a painkiller for the treatment of back pain.
Yes, you can take Redirest Forte with or without food, because it doesn't irritate the stomach lining, unlike other drugs. However, if you are taking NSAIDs (painkillers) such as Aspirin and Ibuprofen along with paracetamol it is best to take them with a light meal or a glass of milk.
As we know Redirest Forte is most widely used 'over-the-counter' analgesic/antipyretic medicine. However, paracetamol overdose can cause serious adverse effects on the liver, it may be fatal. But fortunately, there is an antidote, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) given within 8 hours of Redirest Forte ingestion which usually can prevent all serious side effects of Redirest Forte poisoning. However, do not take NAC without consulting a doctor as your doctor will tell you the right way and methods to help you relieve from this drug poisoning.
You should take the minimum effective dose of Redirest Forte that reduces body pain and fever. It should be used for the shortest time period till you get relief. Take it as per doctor's advice do not exceed dosage. Ideally, 1 or 2 tablets (500 mg) every four to six hours can be safely taken, do not take more than four doses in 24 hours. Please note paracetamol 500 mg tablet should not be given to children below 10 years until and unless prescribed by a child specialist.
Yes, you can use Redirest Forte in a migraine. Paracetamol and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. However, there are other medicines available that are better for treating migraine than Redirest Forte. Please consult a doctor to know about these alternative medicines.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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