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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:26 PM IST
Recofast Plus is used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as the runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and blocked nose. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Also, it contracts and narrows the blood vessels of nasal passage and airways. It may cause common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, and trouble sleeping. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Shreya Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Recofast Plus

Recofast Plus belongs to the class of medications called ‘cough and cold preparations’ used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as the runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and blocked nose. The common cold is an infection of the nose and throat caused by viruses. Allergies are immune system reactions to foreign bodies or allergens such as certain foods, chemicals, pet dander, or pollen.

Recofast Plus is a combination of three medicines: Paracetamol, Triprolidine, and Phenylephrine. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever). It works by inhibiting prostaglandin's production (chemical messengers) that are responsible for pain and fever. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels of nasal passage and airways.

You should take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Recofast Plus are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, nervousness, and trouble sleeping. These side-effects are usually mild and don’t require medical attention. However, consult your doctor immediately if any of these side-effects persist or get worsen.

Do not use Recofast Plus if you are allergic to Paracetamol, Triprolidine, Phenylephrine, or any other contents in it. Recofast Plus is not recommended for use in patients suffering from constipation, inability to urinate, stomach blockage, uncontrolled asthma, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), high blood pressure, heart diseases, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), diabetes, or intolerance to sugars. Do not take Recofast Plus if you have taken MAO inhibitors (antidepressants) in the last 14 days. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Recofast Plus

Treatment of Common cold, Allergies

Medicinal Benefits

Recofast Plus is a combination of three medicines: Paracetamol, Triprolidine, and Phenylephrine. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins (chemical messengers) that are responsible for pain. It also has an antipyretic effect (reduces fever). Triprolidine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that blocks histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels of nasal passage and airways. Together, Recofast Plus can effectively reduce the symptoms of common cold and allergies.

Directions for Use

Tablet/capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup/suspension/drops: Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Recofast Plus

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Nervousness
  • Trouble sleeping
  • Blurred vision
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Recofast Plus should be used with caution in patients with breathing problems, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), heart problems, hypertension (high blood pressure), kidney problems, liver disease, seizures (fits), stomach blockage), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), and an enlarged prostate gland (difficulty urinating). Recofast Plus contains sucrose, so use this medicine with caution in patients with diabetes and intolerance to sugars. Recofast Plus may cause drowsiness, so do not take alcohol as it causes excessive drowsiness. Also, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are drowsy. It should be used with caution in children and elderly patients as they are more prone to side-effects. Do not take Recofast Plus if you have taken antidepressants or medicines to treat Parkinson’s disease in the last 14 days.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Recofast Plus may interact with other antihistamines (cetirizine and diphenhydramine), medicines used to treat high blood pressure (guanethidine, methyldopa, atenolol, and nifedipine), anticoagulant (warfarin), a medicine used to treat high cholesterol (cholestyramine), a medicine used to treat HIV (zidovudine), anti-emetic drugs (domperidone and metoclopramide), MAO inhibitors (isocarboxazid. linezolid, methylene blue, phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine, etc.), birth control pills, medications used to treat cough (codeine and hydrocodone), sedatives (alprazolam, lorazepam, and zolpidem), and muscle relaxants (carisoprodol and cyclobenzaprine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Recofast Plus should be used with caution in patients with constipation, inability to urinate, a stomach blockage, uncontrolled asthma, diabetes, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), high blood pressure, heart diseases, and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CETIRIZINE
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • GUANETHIDINE
  • METHYLDOPA
  • ATENOLOL
  • NIFEDIPINE
  • WARFARIN
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE
  • ZIDOVUDINE
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • ISOCARBOXAZID
  • LINEZOLID
  • METHYLENE BLUE
  • PHENELZINE
  • SELEGILINE
  • TRANYLCYPROMINE
  • CODEINE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • ZOLPIDEM
  • CARISOPRODOL
  • CYCLOBENZAPRINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
  • To stay fit and safe, try to sleep at least 8 hours each night.
  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.

Special Advise

Recofast Plus may interfere with certain laboratory tests such as brain scan for Parkinson's disease and urine drug screening tests, leading to false test results. So, inform your doctor that you are using this medicine before undergoing the tests.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’, affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust, etc. The symptoms of the common cold include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of bacterial infection.

Allergies: It occurs when foreign elements that cause allergy-causing agents (allergens) attack and invades our body, thereby causing the release of histamines. This chemical messenger 'histamines' causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose and throat, and watery eyes. Allergies generally occur due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of side-effects such as drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Recofast Plus is a category C medicine and may cause toxic effects to the unborn baby. When clinically needed, Recofast Plus is given to pregnant women after doing a risk/benefit assessment by a doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Recofast Plus may pass into breast milk. So, it should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Recofast Plus may cause drowsiness. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while using this medicine if you are drowsy.

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Liver

Caution

Recofast Plus should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Recofast Plus should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Recofast Plus should be used with caution in children as they are more prone to side-effects. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

SHREYA HOUSE, 301/A, Pereira Hill Road, Andheri East, Mumbai - 400 099, India
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FAQs

Recofast Plus is used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms such as the runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, and blocked nose.
Recofast Plus is a combination of three medicines: Paracetamol, Triprolidine, and Phenylephrine. Paracetamol blocks the action of chemical messengers that cause pain and fever. Triprolidine blocks the action of histamines that cause allergic reactions. Phenylephrine reduces swelling of the blood vessels in the nasal passages. Together, Recofast Plus can effectively treat symptoms of allergy and the common cold.
Recofast Plus may cause drowsiness and dizziness. So, it is advised to refrain from activities such as driving or operating heavy machinery until you are alert.
It is not recommended to use cetirizine along with Recofast Plus as it may increase side-effects such as drowsiness and dizziness. So, it is advised to consult a doctor before using any medicines while taking Recofast Plus.
Recofast Plus should not be used if you have taken antidepressants or drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease in the last 14 days. So, it is always advised to inform your doctor about all the prescription, non-prescription, and dietary supplements you are taking, to identify any interactions with the Recofast Plus.
Recofast Plus can effectively treat and provide relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, throat irritation, or watery eyes.
You are recommended not to stop taking Recofast Plus on your own without first consulting your doctor. Although Recofast Plus is generally used for short duration but continue taking it for the duration advised by your doctor. If you experience any difficulty while using Recofast Plus, please consult your doctor.
No, Recofast Plus does not work for tooth pain. If you experience tooth pain, please consult a dentist for appropriate treatment.
Take Recofast Plus with or without food as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.
Do not take Recofast Plus if you have taken antidepressants which include MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors) in the last 14 days. Recofast Plus should be used with caution in patients with breathing problems, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), heart problems, hypertension (high blood pressure), kidney problems, liver disease, seizures (fits), stomach blockage), hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), and an enlarged prostate gland (difficulty urinating).
Store Recofast Plus at room temperature below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light. Keep it out of reach of children.
Recofast Plus may rarely cause serious side effects. If you experience allergic reactions, breathing problems, mouth ulcers, skin rash or peeling, dry mouth, vision disturbances, unexplained bleeding, fast or irregular heartbeat and recurrent fevers or infections, inform your doctor immediately.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the risk of serious side effects. If your symptoms are not relieved or there is an increased severity of your symptoms after using the recommended doses, please consult your doctor.
You are recommended to use Recofast Plus with caution while breastfeeding as it may pass into the breast milk. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding before starting Recofast Plus.
Recofast Plus contains Paracetamol, which is known to harm the liver especially when taken in more than recommended doses. Also, avoid alcohol consumption while taking Recofast Plus, as it may further increase the risk of liver damage. Also, Recofast Plus is preferably avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. If you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage such as yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, fever, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, rash, fatigue (overtiredness) and abnormal liver enzymes, contact your doctor immediately.
Recofast Plus contains Paracetamol as one of its active ingredients.
No, Recofast Plus is not an antibiotic. It is a combination medicine used to relieve symptoms of common cold and allergies.
Recofast Plus is generally recommended for short term use. Do not take it for prolonged time without the advice of your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions.
Recofast Plus contains Triprolidine, an antihistamine as one of its active ingredients.
The side effects of Recofast Plus include nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, trouble sleeping, nervousness, dry mouth and blurred vision. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

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