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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:39 PM IST
Rapgrow Oral Drop is used to treat high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) and heart diseases. It may also improve attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) (mental health disorder), reduce the risk of preterm births, reduce the risk of certain cancers, and delay the progression of Alzheimer's disease (progressive memory loss) in older adults. It contains Docosahexaenoic acid, which reduces triglyceride levels and increase high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) levels in the body. This effect helps in reducing the risk of heart disease. It also has anticoagulant (decreases blood clotting) and anti-inflammatory (treats inflammation) properties. It helps in improving brain health and promotes the brain development of an unborn baby when used during pregnancy. It improves learning abilities when used in children. It may cause common side effects such as abdominal pain, bloating, nosebleeds, mild diarrhea, fatigue, skin irritation or burning, drowsiness, decrease in platelet count, and vitamin A and D toxicity.
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Raptakos Brett & Co Ltd

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ORAL

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Not Returnable

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Jan-27

About Rapgrow Oral Drop

Rapgrow Oral Drop is used to treat high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia) and heart diseases. It may also improve attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) (mental health disorder), reduce the risk of preterm births, reduce the risk of certain cancers, and delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (progressive memory loss) in older adults. 

Rapgrow Oral Drop contains ‘docosahexaenoic acid’, which is an antihyperlipidemic agent. It is an omega-3 fatty acid and can reduce triglyceride levels and increase high-density lipoprotein (good cholesterol) levels in the body. This effect helps in reducing the risk of heart disease. It also has anticoagulant (decreases blood clotting) and anti-inflammatory (treats inflammation) properties. It helps in improving brain health and promotes the brain development of an unborn baby when used during pregnancy. It improves learning abilities when used in children.

Take Rapgrow Oral Drop as directed by your doctor. The common side-effects of Rapgrow Oral Drop are abdominal pain, bloating, nosebleeds, mild diarrhea, fatigue, skin irritation or burning, drowsiness, decrease in platelet count, and vitamin A and D toxicity. Bloating and diarrhea can be decreased if this medicine is taken with meals. Seek medical attention if these side effects do not go away or worsen.

Do not take Rapgrow Oral Drop if you are allergic to docosahexaenoic acid or fish oils. It should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders and aspirin sensitivity. Before taking Rapgrow Oral Drop, inform your doctor if you have diabetes or high blood pressure. It is considered safe when used in children, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers when consumed in recommended doses.

Uses of Rapgrow Oral Drop

Treatment of High cholesterol (hyperlipidemia).

Medicinal Benefits

Rapgrow Oral Drop contains ‘docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)’ which is an omega-3 fatty acid. It is naturally produced in the body and abundantly found in the brain and eye. It is also naturally found in breast milk. When given during pregnancy, it can promote brain and eye health in the fetus and also decreases the risk of premature delivery. It improves learning, performance, and memory in children. It is also available in infant formula preparations. In adults, it helps to fight against Alzheimer’s disease, heart diseases, and cancer.

Directions for Use

Take it with food to prevent gastrointestinal side effects, or take it as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rapgrow Oral Drop

  • Abdominal pain
  • Bloating
  • Bleeding
  • Mild diarrhoea
  • Fatigue

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rapgrow Oral Drop if you are allergic to docosahexaenoic acid or fish oils. It should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders, aspirin sensitivity, diabetes, and high blood pressure. It is considered safe when used in children, pregnant, and breastfeeding mothers when consumed in recommended doses. Prolonged use of Rapgrow Oral Drop may increase levels of low-density lipoprotein (LDL), i.e. bad cholesterol. So, monitor LDL levels periodically during therapy. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug interactions: Rapgrow Oral Drop may interact with blood thinners (warfarin, clopidogrel, and aspirin) and slow down blood clotting. This medicine may also interact with medicines used to treat high blood pressure (captopril, enalapril, losartan, and valsartan, etc.).

Drug-Food interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease interactions: Rapgrow Oral Drop should be used with caution in patients with bleeding disorders, diabetes, and high blood pressure (hypertension).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN
  • CLOPIDOGREL
  • ASPIRIN
  • CAPTOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • VALSARTAN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Prefer eating a meal that contains plenty of vegetables, fruits, and whole grains. Opt for non-fat dairy products and lean meats.
  • Avoid greasy and processed foods. Avoid foods containing high sugars.
  • Monitor your cholesterol levels regularly as advised by your doctor.
  • Keep a check on your weight. Shed excess weight by exercising regularly.
  • Do not take stress as it may have an effect on your eating habits.
  • Quit smoking and limit alcohol intake.

Special Advise

  • Rapgrow Oral Drop should be used with caution in patients with known hypersensitivity to fish and/or shellfish. 
  • Monitor liver enzymes like ALT and AST levels periodically during therapy.  

Disease/Condition Glossary

High cholesterol: It is the presence of high amounts of low-density lipoprotein (bad cholesterol) in the blood. This condition reduces the blood flow and increases the risk of heart diseases such as heart attack or stroke. It has no symptoms and can be identified only by performing a blood test.

Heart disease: It is also called cardiovascular disease. It is a condition in which blood flow to the heart is decreased due to various factors such as high cholesterol (builds up in the walls of blood vessels), narrowing of blood vessels, and blockage of the blood vessel by a clot.

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD): It is a chronic condition that causes hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour. It often begins in childhood and may continue into adulthood. 

Alzheimer's disease: It is a progressive memory loss disease in which brain cells degenerate and die.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may worsen the condition.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Rapgrow Oral Drop is commonly recommended during pregnancy as a nutritional supplement. However, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Rapgrow Oral Drop is possibly safe when taken in recommended doses. However, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

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Driving

Caution

Rapgrow Oral Drop may cause drowsiness. So, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking this medicine.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have liver problems, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, consult your doctor before using this medicine.

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Children

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available on the use of Rapgrow Oral Drop in children. Please consult your doctor for more information.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

253, Dr Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai – 400 030, India.
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FAQs

Rapgrow Oral Drop treats high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia). It may also improve attention deficit hyperactivity (ADHD) (mental health disorder), reduce the risk of preterm births, reduce the risk of heart diseases and certain cancers, and delay the progression of Alzheimer’s disease (progressive memory loss) in older adults.
Rapgrow Oral Drop contains 'docosahexaenoic acid' which is an omega-3 fatty acid. It reduces triglyceride levels (cholesterol) in the body and reduces the risk of heart disease. It promotes brain and eye health. It also fights against inflammation.
Rapgrow Oral Drop is essential for brain development in infants. So, it is usually recommended for pregnant women and children. It also helps in the normal functioning of the brain in adults.
The recommended dose of Rapgrow Oral Drop is 250 to 300 mg per day. However, do not take this medicine without consulting your doctor. Your doctor decides the dose and duration based on your health condition.
Rapgrow Oral Drop is generally recommended for longer durations as this medicine takes at least six weeks to 6 months to show its effects.
It is a chronic condition seen that causes hyperactivity and impulsive behaviour. It often begins in childhood and may continue into adulthood.Â
Rapgrow Oral Drop may improve fertility when taken in recommended doses. However, consult your doctor to decide what to take to improve fertility based on your health condition.

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