Ralcidin Forte Tablets
Ralcidin Forte Tablets Description
Ralcidin Forte Tablet is a cough and cold medication. It contains a combination of paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, and caffeine as active substances. Ralcidin Forte Tablet is used in th
e treatment of nasal and sinus congestion, sinus pain, and headache. It is also used to provide relief of allergic symptoms of the nose/throat due to upper respiratory tract allergies. Take Ralcidin Forte Tablet in the exact dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Before starting this medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹12.57 |
You Save | ₹1.71 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Caffeine(30.0 Mg) + Phenylephrine(5.0 Mg) + Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine(2.0 Mg) + Paracetamol / Acetaminophen(500.0 Mg) |
Uses | Nose blockage, nose/throat allergies |
Side effects | Headache, nausea, dizziness, restlessness |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
- Ralcidin Forte Tablet is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, sinus pain, and headache.
- It is also used to provide relief of allergic symptoms of the nose/throat due to upper respiratory tract allergies.
Contraindications of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
- If you are allergic to paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, caffeine or any other ingredient of Ralcidin Forte Tablet.
- If you have severe high blood pressure.
Side effects of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
- Headache
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Restlessness
Precautions and Warnings of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are taking any other paracetamol containing products.
- You have kidney, liver, heart or blood vessel problems.
- You have diabetes mellitus, thyroid disorders or closed-angle glaucoma.
- You experience fits/seizures.
Mode of Action of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
How Does It Work?
- Ralcidin Forte Tablet contains a combination of paracetamol, phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine, and caffeine as active substances.
- Paracetamol is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (NSAID) that blocks the action of a chemical called cyclooxygenase. Cyclooxygenase is responsible for the formation of certain substances in the body called prostaglandins that cause fever, pain and inflammation. ...
- Chlorpheniramine is an anti-allergic medicine that blocks certain proteins in the body that are responsible for causing itching of the nose/throat, watery eyes, runny nose and sneezing due to respiratory allergies....
- Phenylephrine produces constriction of the blood vessels of the nose which reduces the fluid accumulation and clears the nasal blockage.
- Caffeine increases the pain-relieving activity of paracetamol and reduces the incidence of drowsiness due to chlorpheniramine.
Directions for Use of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
- Take Ralcidin Forte Tablet as a whole with sufficient water.
- Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
- Do not consume more than the prescribed dose.
Interactions of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Ralcidin Forte Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Particular care should be taken if you are taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors - used to treat Parkinson's disease, tricyclic antidepressants - used for the treatment of depression, and beta-blockers, methyldopa, and reserpine - used for treating high blood pressure....
Storage and disposal of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
- Store Ralcidin Forte Tablet in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Ralcidin Forte Tablets
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Ralcidin Forte Tablet used for?
- Ralcidin Forte Tablet is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, sinus pain and headache.
- It is also used to provide relief of allergic symptoms of the nose/throat due to upper respiratory tract allergies.
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