Rigix Side Effects

Rigix is an effective anti-allergic medicine. Although it is very useful but there are certain drawback and side-effects of Rigix. Side effects of Rigix tablet and Rigix syrup vary from patient to patient. Side effects also vary from one age group to other age group. Here we are only mentioning few side effects of Rigix Medicine which are given in the following lines;

• Normally a person can feel dizziness, dry mouth, dry nose and dry throat after using this drug.
• Headache is also a regular side effect of rigix.
• A person’s stomach can be upset after using rigix in some cases.
• Constipation or trouble in sleeping is also some common side effects of rigix.
• Mental/mood changes like confusion and hallucinations are some serious side effects of rigix but they are rare.
• Ringing in the ears, difficulty in urinating and vision changes are also some side effects of rigix.

You can read the complete article about Rigix Medicine, Tablets & Syrup, its composition, usages and price in Pakistan by clicking on the link given below.

Read Complete details about Rigix Medicine

Phyllocontin is an anti-ashthmatics medicine which is prepared and marketed by AGP pharmaceuticals in Pakistan. It is commonly used for therapeutic purposes and improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs. Phyllocontin is available only in 225 mg presentation.

Generic
Aminophylline Hydrate

Therapeutic Class
Antiasthmatics

Composition
Each Phyllocontin continus tablet contains aminophylline hydrate 225 mg.

Description
Phyllocontin continus tablet contains aminophylline that is the salt of theophylline most commonly used for therapeutic purposes. It acts as a bronchodilator (dilates the bronchi i.e. air passage). It improves breathing by opening air passages in the lungs.

Indications 

• •    Treatment and prophylaxis of bronchospasm associated with asthma. emphysema & chronic bronchitis
• •    Prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction

Dosage
1-2 tablets 12 hourly ensure 24 hours protection

Presentations
225 mg tabs 50’s

Ceclor is second generation antibiotic which is effective against both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria. Manufactured and marketed by AGP Pharmaceuticals Pakistan, this medicine is used for respiratory tract infactions, urinary tract infections and other different infections. Ceclor is available in both forms i.e. syrup and tablets.

Generic:
Cefaclor

Therapeutic Class:    
Antibiotics

Composition:    
Capsules:
Ceclor capsules containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 250 mg and 500 mg are available for oral administration.

Oral drops:
Ceclor bottles containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 50 mg/ml for oral administration

Ceclor MR Tablets:
Each extended-release tablet contains cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 375 mg cefaclor.

Powder for Oral Suspension:
Ceclor bottles containing cefaclor monohydrate equivalent to 125 mg/5 ml, 187 mg/5 ml & 250 mg/5 ml, for oral administration.

Description:    
Ceclor is a broad spectrum second generation cephalosporin antibiotic covering both Gram positive and Gram negative bacteria..

Indications:    

• •    Respiratory tract infections
• •    Urinary tract infections
• •    Skin and soft tissue infections
• •    Sinusitis
• •    Gonococcal urethritis
• •    Otitis media

Dosage:    
Children:
20 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 8 hours. In more severe infections, otitis media and infections caused by less susceptible organisms, 40 mg/kg/day in divided doses with a maximum dosage of 1 g/day. Ceclor 187 mg/ 5 ml is indicated in Pharyngitis (20 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours) & Otitis media (40 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours).

Adults:
Capsule 250 or 500 mg t.i.d.
Ceclor MR tablet 375 mg b.i.d

Presentations

• 250 mg caps 12’s
• 500 mg caps 12’s
• 375 mg MR tab 8’s
• 125 mg susp 60 ml
• 187 mg susp 60 ml
• 250 mg susp 60 ml
• 50 mg drops 15 ml

Lucast is an anti-asthmatic medicine of APG Pharmaceuticals Pakistan. This tablet is very effective against acute and chronic asthmatic attack. Lucast uses new therapy for asthma which is internationally recommended. Lucast is available in three presentations/forms i.e. 10mg, 5mg and 4mg.

Generic:
Montelukast sodium

Therapeutic Class:   
Antiasthmatics

Composition:   
Lucast chewable tablets 4 mg
Each chewable tablet contains Montelukast 4 mg (as sodium salt)

Lucast chewable tablets 5 mg
Each chewable tablet contains Montelukast 5 mg (as sodium salt)

Lucast film coated tablets 10 mg
Each film coated tablet contains Montelukast 10 mg (as sodium salt)

Description:   
Lucast contains montelukast sodium, a relatively new and effective therapy recommended by international and national guidelines for the control (prevention) of acute and chronic asthmatic attacks

Indications:   
Prophylaxis of acute exacerbation of asthma

• •    Prevention of exercise-induced bronchoconstriction
• •    Treatment of aspirin-sensitive asthma

Dosage:   
Children

• 2-5 years of age: One 4 mg dispersible tablet to be taken in the evening
• 6-15 years of age: One 5 mg chewable tablet to be taken in the evening

Adults more than 15 years of age: One 10 mg tablet to be taken in the evening
or as directed by the physician

Presentations:   

• 10 mg tabs 10’s
• 5 mg tabs 10’s
• 4 mg tabs 14’s

Rigix Medicine

Rigix is an effective anti-allergic medicine available in local market. It comes in two forms i.e. tablets and syrup. Rigix Syrup is suitable for children below age 12 and tablets are often prescribed for the adults. Rigix is suitable in allergic conditions.

Generic

Cetirizine Dihydrochloride

Therapeutic Class

Antiallergics

Composition

Each Rigix tablet contains cetirizine dihydrochloride 10 mg
Each ml of Rigix oral solution contains 1 mg of cetirizine dihydrochloride

Description

Cetirizine, an active metabolite of hydroxyzine, is an antihistamine; its principal effects are mediated via selective inhibition of peripheral H1 receptors and are indicated in allergic conditions

Indications

 

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis
• Perennial allergic rhinitis
• Chronic idiopathic urticaria

Dosage

Tablets:

• Adults & children above 12 years: One 10 mg tablet daily

Oral Solution:

• Children 1-2 years: 0.25 mg/kg body weight b.i.d.
• 2-6 years: 1 teaspoon once daily or ½ teaspoon b.i.d.
• 6-12 years: 2 teaspoons once daily or 1 teaspoon b.i.d.
• Above 12 years: 2 teaspoons once daily

Presentations

• 10 mg tabs 30’s
• Oral sol 60 ml

Rigix Tablet

Rigix Tablet is available in pack of 30 tablets of 10 mg.

Rigix Tablet Price

Price of 30 tablet pack of Rigix is approximately Rs.140. On the link given below you can order Rigix tablets online.

Buy Tablets Online

Rigix Syrup

Rigix Syrup is available in local market in bottle of 60 ml.

Rigix Syrup price

Rigix Syrup 5mg/5ml price is approximately Rs.52. Click on the link below to order the Rigix Syrup online.

Bue Syrup Online

Rigix in Pregnancy

Although some studies did not produce any evidence that usage of Rigix cause any malformation during pregnancy yet as a precaution, Rigix Tablets or Syrup should not be used or administered to the pregnant women. For further details about usage of Rigix during pregnancy you should consult your doctor.

Rigix Medicine Side Effects

• Normally a person can feel dizziness, dry mouth, dry nose and dry throat after using this drug.
• Headache is also a regular side effect of rigix.
• A person’s stomach can be upset after using rigix in some cases.
• Constipation or trouble in sleeping is also some common side effects of rigix.
• Mental/mood changes like confusion and hallucinations are some serious side effects of rigix but they are rare.
• Ringing in the ears, difficulty in urinating and vision changes are also some side effects of rigix.

Chymoral Forte

Basic purpose of Chymoral Forte is to fasten the healing process and reduce the pain of wound. This anti-inflammatory enzyme is prepared by AGP Pharmaceuticals in Pakistan drug market. Chymoral Forte is available in only one presentation in local drug market.

Generic

Trypsin, Chymotrypsin

Therapeutic Class

Anti-inflammatory enzyme

Composition

Each enteric-coated tablet of Chymoral Fort contains trypsin and chymo-trypsin in ratio of approximately 6 to 1 and provides enzyme activity equivalent to 100,000 units.

Description

Chymoral Forte contains proteolytic anti-inflammatory enzymes, which is used to resolve inflammation, reduce oedema and hasten healing of wound. The pain produced by inflammation is reduced as the inflammation subsides.After trauma and muscle and soft tissue injury Chymoral Forte reduces the recovery time and reduces pain early in the healing phase.

Indications

•  Pelvic inflammatory diseases
• Sprains
• Fractures
• Accidental injuries

Dosage

1 tablet 4 times daily half an hour before meals.

Presentations

Tabs 20’s

Chymoral Forte Tablet Usages

• It is used in swelling especially caused by inflammation (swelling of tooth or gums).
• It is used in treatment of hematomas.
• It is used in after-surgical trauma.
• It is also used in chronic respiratory disease.
• It is also used to treat different types of muscle and joint swelling.

Chymoral Forte in Pregnancy

Chymoral Forte is not recommended for pregnant women. It should only be used in pregnancy when the risk is high. Although there is no data on whether it passes into breast milk but it is recommended to avoid breastfeeding while using this drug.

Chymoral Forte Side Effects

Side effects of this tablet vary from patients to patients but followings are some common side effects of this medicine;

• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Bloating of blood in urine
• Allergy
• Side effects occur very rarely
• Nausea
• Allergic reaction includes skin rash, itching, redness, swelling of face, swelling of tongue, swelling of throat

Anti Alzheimer Medicine in Pakistan

Afdol tablets are basically used for the treatment of Alzheimer disease. AGP pharmaceutical is preparing this anti-Alzheimer drug in Pakistan. It is available in two presentations i.e. Afdol 5mg and Afdol 10 mg in Pakistan.

Generic:
Memantine HCl

Therapeutic Class:   
Anti Alzheimers

Composition:   
Each 5 mg Afdol tablet contains Memantine HCl 5 mgEach 10 mg Afdol tablet contains Memantine HCl 10 mg.

Description:   
Memantine (Afdol) is the first drug to be licensed for moderately severe to severe Alzheimer’s disease (AD). It is a N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonist. Its mechanism of action differs from the other licensed treatments for AD, the acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, which are licensed for mild to moderate AD.

Indications:   
Afdol is indicated for the treatment of moderate to severe dementia of the Alzheimer’s type.

Dosage:   
The recommended starting dose of Afdol is 5 mg once daily. The recommended target dose is 20 mg/day. The dose should be increased in 5 mg increments to 10 mg/day (5 mg twice a day), 15 mg/day (5 mg and 10 mg as separate doses), and 20 mg/day (10 mg twice a day). The minimum recommended interval between dose increases is one week.

Presentations:   

• Afdol 5 mg tablets 10’s
• Afdol 10 mg tablets 56’s

 

 

Medicine Information in Pakistan
“Don’t use without the prescription of doctor, keep out from the reach of children” are the logos which are written on every medicine or showed after every medical advertisement but we still use them without bothering these statements. However, to provide a better vision and a proper guideline to the people an effort is generated with the hope that it will work worth. Medicines become an essential part of our daily lives. One way or another every one of us is habitual of taking different medicines.

In this section we will publish details about medicines prepared and used in Pakistan. We will try to cover all major pharmaceutical companies and their produces in Pakistani market. The purpose of this section is to provide useful information about different medicines available in Pakistan. But keep in mind that all the information provided here is tentative and general and you must consult your physician before using any medicine.