Rebetol 200mg Capsule (12'S)

Manufacturer: Fulford India Ltd

Salt Composition : Ribavirin(200mg)


This medicine is specially indicated for the treatment of severe lower respiratory tract RSV infections in patients with an underlying compromising condition (prematurity, bronchopulmonary dysplasia and other chronic lung conditions, congenital heart disease, immunodeficiency, immunosuppression), and recent transplant recipients.


Ribavirin is the primary drug when it comes to the treatment of Congo fever. This is a viral haemorrhagic fever which is usually transmitted by ticks. Tell your doctor if you have or ever had a mental illness, cancer, diabetes, sexually transmitted disease, sarcoidosis, gout, Gilbert's syndrome, thyroid, eye, pancreas, or lung disease.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

This medication is ribonucleic analog that prevents viral RNA synthesis and viral mRNA clapping, thereby inhibiting nucleoside. In the form of purine RNA nucleotides it affects RNA metabolism that is needed for viral replication.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

Pharmacokinets

After oral ingestion of ribavirin (which is the most typical route of administration), the plasma concentration exhibits a characteristic three-phase profile, consisting of two rapid phases (absorption and distribution) and one long terminal elimination phase.

Side Effects

Headache

Nausea

Loss Of Appetite

Insomnia (Difficulty In Sleeping)

Fatigue

Anemia

Hypotension

Rash

Conjunctivitis

Bronchospasm

Contra Indications

Ribavirin therapy is contraindicated in women who are pregnant and in the male partners of women who are pregnant. Extreme care must be taken to avoid pregnancy during therapy and for 6 months after completion of treatment in both female patients and in female partners of male patients who are taking ribavirin therapy.

Pregnancy Related Information

This medication is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

This medication is probably unsafe to use along with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

This medication is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.


Indications

Producing a broad-spectrum activity against several RNA and DNA viruses, Ribavirin is a synthetic guanosine nucleoside and antiviral agent that interferes with the synthesis of viral mRNA. It is primarily indicated for use in treating hepatitis C and viral hemorrhagic fevers.

Interactions

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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Interaction with Medicine

This medication interacts with the following medicines which include Antacid, Nucleoside analogues, Didanosine (ddI), Azathioprine, and Zidovudine.

Storage Requirements

store 30°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Rebetol 200Mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

How To Use

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Hepatologist before using this medicine.

FAQs

Ques : What is Rebetol 200Mg Capsule?

Ans : This is a medication that acts against viruses. It treats hepatitis C, RSV infection and viral hemorrhagic fever including Congo fever.

Ques : How long do I need to use Rebetol 200Mg Capsule before I see improvement in my condition?

Ans : This medication should be taken for 24 to 48 weeks or longer.

Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Rebetol 200Mg Capsule?

Ans : This medication should be taken two times a day in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.