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Refid D is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Cough, Common Cold, Allergy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Refid D has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Refid D. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Refid D include Constipation, Dry Mouth, Skin irritation. While these are the most often observed Refid D side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Refid D 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Refid D is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Refid D related warnings talks about Refid D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Hyperthyroidism, Glaucoma must refrain from the use of Refid D since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Refid D contraindications section.
Additionally, Refid D may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Refid D is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Refid D 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 Refid D safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Refid D for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Refid D safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Refid D for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Refid D on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Refid D on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Refid D on the Liver?
Side effects of Refid D rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Refid D on the Heart?
Refid D may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Refid D 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 Refid D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Refid D habit forming or addictive?
Refid D does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Refid D
There is no information on the effects of taking Refid D with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Refid D
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Refid D at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
Yes, Refid D may cause diarrhea during the withdrawal phase (when one stops using it after a long-term use). If you develop diarrhea while taking Refid D, Drink plenty of fluids and avoid spicy food. If you are experiencing excessive diarrhoea after taking this drug, consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
You should use Refid D for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor or till you feel a relief in your symptoms. Refid D is a prescription drug, and it is best to take it under medical supervision.
No, Refid D is not suitable for a patient with asthma. Refid D is suitable for treating cough originating from cold and flu. It is not suitable for treating cough due to smoking or asthma. Asthma is generally treated with two type of medication which are long-term control and quick-relief medicine. For long-term control, medicine helps reduce airway inflammation and prevent asthma symptoms where quick-relief medicine helps sudden relief from asthmatic symptoms.
Yes, you may discontinue taking Refid D on your own when you feel that a cough has subsided. However, if the symptoms do not improve even after taking Refid D for about 7 days, consult a doctor immediately.
Refid D 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. Refid D 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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