Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free

Description

Product Description

Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free is a centrally acting antitussive formulation containing Levodropropizine 30 mg in each 5 ml. Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd. markets this product in India. The syrup is designed for the symptomatic management of dry cough, particularly when there is little or no mucus production.

Levodropropizine reduces the sensitivity of the pathways involved in triggering the cough reflex. Unlike an expectorant, it is not intended to increase mucus clearance. This makes it more appropriate for situations in which persistent, irritating coughing is the main symptom. The sugar-free formulation is available as an oral liquid and should be used according to the treatment plan prescribed by the doctor.

Uses

• Relief of dry, non-productive cough.
• Helps reduce persistent or irritating coughing.
• May be prescribed when suppression of the cough reflex is clinically appropriate.
• Can provide symptomatic relief when coughing is not associated with excessive mucus production.

Key Benefits

• Contains Levodropropizine 30 mg/5 ml in a convenient syrup formulation.
• Acts mainly on the pathways involved in the cough reflex.
• Helps reduce the frequency and intensity of dry coughing.
• Sugar-free oral syrup formulation.
• Useful when a cough suppressant is specifically indicated by the treating doctor.

How to Use

• Take Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the required quantity using a suitable measuring cup or oral measuring device.
• Take it with or without food according to your doctor’s instructions.
• Follow the prescribed duration and do not increase the amount because the cough is persistent.
• Do not combine it with another cough suppressant unless specifically advised by your doctor.
• Do not use it as a substitute for treatment of an underlying respiratory infection or other condition causing the cough.

How It Works

Levodropropizine acts primarily on the peripheral pathways involved in the cough reflex. By reducing the excitability of sensory pathways that respond to irritants in the respiratory tract, it decreases the signals that trigger coughing. This can make a dry cough less frequent and less troublesome. Because the medicine is intended mainly for suppression of non-productive cough, persistent cough with substantial mucus production should be assessed by a healthcare professional rather than routinely suppressed.

Side Effects

• Nausea.
• Drowsiness or sleepiness.
• Dizziness.
• Headache.
• Fatigue or weakness.
• Stomach discomfort.
• Diarrhoea or other digestive upset.
• Skin rash or itching may occur in some people.

Contact your doctor if side effects are persistent, severe or interfere with normal activities.

Precautions & Warnings

• Rapitus should not be used in patients with severe renal impairment, severe liver impairment or conditions associated with excessive bronchial mucus secretion unless specifically directed by a doctor. Appropriate medical assessment is important before treatment.
• Levodropropizine can cause drowsiness or dizziness in some people. Avoid driving, operating machinery or other activities requiring full alertness if you feel affected.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver disease before starting treatment.
• Inform your doctor if your cough produces significant amounts of mucus or phlegm, as suppressing a productive cough may interfere with clearance of respiratory secretions.
• Tell your doctor if you have asthma or another chronic respiratory condition before using a cough suppressant.
• Do not use Rapitus together with other cough medicines unless the combination has been specifically recommended by a healthcare professional.
• Tell your doctor about all prescription medicines, over-the-counter products and supplements you take.
• Consult your doctor before using Rapitus during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Use in children should be based on the age recommendations on the product label and medical advice.
• Seek medical attention if the cough is accompanied by breathing difficulty, chest pain, coughing up blood, persistent high fever or a significant deterioration in your condition.
• If the cough continues or repeatedly returns despite treatment, consult a doctor rather than continuing the syrup on your own.

Storage Instructions

• Store below 25°C.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
• Shake well before each use.
• Protect the syrup from excessive heat and direct sunlight.
• Keep the medicine in its original container.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use the syrup after the expiry date printed on the package.

FAQs

Q: What is Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free used for?
A: Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free is used for symptomatic relief of dry, non-productive cough. It contains Levodropropizine, a cough suppressant.

Q: What does Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free contain?
A: Each 5 ml of Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free contains Levodropropizine 30 mg.

Q: Is Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free a prescription medicine?
A: Yes. Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free is classified as a prescription medicine and should be used according to your doctor’s instructions.

Q: Can Rapitus cause sleepiness?
A: Yes. Drowsiness can occur in some people. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel sleepy or less alert after taking the syrup.

Q: Is Rapitus suitable for a cough with a lot of mucus?
A: Rapitus is primarily intended for dry cough. A cough with significant mucus production should be assessed by a doctor before using a cough suppressant.

Q: Who manufactures Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free?
A: Rapitus Syrup Sugar Free is marketed by Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd. The commonly listed presentation is a 100 ml bottle.