Ritifed drug: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Ritifed is also used under the name Triprolidine-pseudoephedrine. Medicines are often combined to relieve symptoms caused by coughs, colds, allergies, the common cold, or certain other respiratory illnesses.

1. What is the effect of Ritifed?

This is a combination medicine commonly used for the temporary relief of symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies, or other respiratory conditions. For antihistamines to help relieve watery eyes, itchy eyes or nose or throat, runny nose and sneezing. Decongestants improve nasal congestion, ear congestion. It is important to note that some products have the same brand name but different active ingredients and different uses. Using the wrong product can be harmful to your health.
No scientific studies have proven that cough and cold products are safe for children under 6 years of age. Therefore, this product should not be used by children under 6 years of age (unless specifically directed by a doctor). Some products (including some long-acting tablets or capsules) are not recommended by doctors for children under 12 years of age.
This product does not completely cure or shorten the duration of the common cold, and may cause some serious side effects. So to reduce the risk of side effects, follow all dosage instructions carefully. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids, using a humidifier or drops, or saline nasal spray).

2. How to use Ritifed

The drug is taken orally at the dose prescribed by the doctor. In case you buy medicine on your own, make sure you know all the information about the medicine.
If you have stomach pain, you can take the medicine with food. Drink a lot of snail juice to increase the absorption of the drug. The drug is made in the form of capsules, tablets, liquid and chewable tablets ... in each form when used, there are different notes:
Liquid form: use a dedicated measuring device to get the dose. exactly, absolutely do not use household spoons as they can distort your consumption. If the drug is in the form of a suspension, you should shake it well before using it. Capsules and Tablets: Swallow the tablet whole, do not chew or crush the medicine or open the capsule. This can cause serious side effects and release all the medicine at once. Chewable tablets: chew each tablet thoroughly before swallowing. Products made to dissolve in the mouth (tablets or patches): dry hands before handling medication. Place each dose on the tongue and let it dissolve completely, then swallow it with saliva or with water. Dosage is calculated based on the patient's age, health status and response to treatment. Never increase the dose on your own or use more medication than prescribed by your doctor. This is considered drug abuse, the patient has a high chance of serious side effects such as hallucinations, seizures, death.
Use the medicine regularly and watch for symptoms for about a week, if it worsens or if present with fever, rash or persistent headache. Please take patients to medical facilities to receive timely help from doctors.

3. Side effects

While using Ritifed, you may experience some side effects such as:
Drowsiness Dizziness Dry mouth or nose or throat Headache, stomach pain Constipation or trouble sleeping Serious side effects: mood changes mental or mood disorders (such as confusion, hallucinations), ringing in the ears, trouble urinating, vision changes (such as blurred or double vision), fast or irregular heartbeat, seizures. Serious allergic reaction. The telltale signs are: red, itchy or swollen rash (especially in the face or tongue, throat), dizziness accompanied by difficulty breathing. Once your doctor directs you to use this medicine, it means that they have evaluated the benefits of the drugs more than their side effects. In many cases, the drug was used without any serious side effects.

4. Precautions

To prevent side effects while using Ritifed, you need to keep a few things in mind:
Tell your doctor about any allergies you may have (drug ingredients, animal dander). , pollen, food...). Some of the substances in the medicine may not work, which can cause serious side effects and allergies. Tell your doctor or pharmacist your and your family's medical history, especially of: breathing problems (such as asthma, emphysema), diabetes, glaucoma, problems heart problems, high blood pressure, liver and kidney problems, seizures, stomach or intestinal problems (such as ulcers, blockages), overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), trouble urinating (such as due to an enlarged prostate). The ingredients in this medicine may make you feel dizzy or drowsy. This symptom will appear more severe in subjects who use alcohol and marijuana. Do not drive or do work that requires concentration immediately after taking the drug. During the use of Ritifed you should limit the use of alcoholic beverages. Before any surgery, give your doctor a list of the medications you're taking. Children may be more sensitive to the ingredients in the medicine, which in turn can make them irritable and agitated. Older adults may also be more sensitive to this drug, especially dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, constipation, fast or irregular heartbeat, etc. For pregnant women, doctors advise that medication should be used only when absolutely necessary. Components of the drug can pass into the milk ducts and affect the newborn baby. So, talk carefully with your doctor about the benefits and risks of the drug. For liquid products, the chewable tablet, or dissolving tablet or strip may contain sugar or aspartame (the liquid contains alcohol). Therefore, patients with diabetes, alcoholism, liver disease, phenylketonuria (PKU), or any other health problem that requires a certain diet must be considered when using Ritifed.

5. Interaction

Once a drug interaction occurs, it will change the mechanism of action of the product, thereby causing unwanted side effects. Some typical products that cause drug interactions:
Antihistamines used on the skin (diphenhydramine cream, ointment, spray) Blood pressure medications (especially guanethidine, methyldopa, beta blockers such as atenolol, or calcium blockers) channels such as nifedipine) MAO inhibitors (possibly fatal). Most MAO inhibitors should also not be taken in the two weeks before treatment with Ritifed Medicines can cause false positives in the results of tests, such as: brain scans for Parkinson's disease, drug screening tests in urine.

6. Overdose

An overdose is when a patient takes more than prescribed by a doctor. Symptoms of overdose may include:
Shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat Hallucinations Fainting Convulsions

7. Storage and preservation

The most suitable temperature to store the medicine is at room temperature, avoid exposing the medicine to direct sunlight. Absolutely do not leave the medicine in the bathroom, toilet or place with high humidity, freezer compartment, etc. because these environments can affect the quality of the medicine. Depending on the brand, there are different preservation methods. Carefully read the information on the package to clarify how to store the medicine.

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Reference source: webmd.com