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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Hari Kumar , MBBS
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Acclimate Life Sciences

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ORAL

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Not Returnable

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Jan-27

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About Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops

Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops belongs to the group of medications called 'anti-allergic agents' primarily used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, congestion, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs or talks.

Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops contains Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine hydrochloride. Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the release of histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. Phenylephrine hydrochloride helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby providing relief from a stuffy nose. Together, Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops helps provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and nasal congestion.

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops depending on your condition. The most common side effects of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components in Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops. Please tell your doctor before starting Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Uses of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops

Common cold, Allergies

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; Do not chew, crush, or break it.Syrup/Suspension/Drops: Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops contains Chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine hydrochloride (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant that helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops effectively reduces allergic and cold symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry Mouth/Nose/Throat
  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation
  • Trouble sleeping

Drug Warnings

Do not take Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops if you are allergic to any of its components. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops. Inform your doctor if you have cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you are taking before starting Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops. Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical

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PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Furazolidone with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineIsoflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Isoflurane may lead to increased side effects of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Isoflurane can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethoxyflurane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Methoxyflurane can increase the side effects of Methoxyflurane.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml and Methoxyflurane, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without doctor's advice.
PhenylephrinePhenelzine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml:
Co-administration of Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml with Phenelzine can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops 15 ml and Phenelzine, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, If you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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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.
  • 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. and certain food items known to cause allergies to you.
  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

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FAQs

Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops contains Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine hydrochloride. Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the action of histamine, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. Phenylephrine hydrochloride helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops effectively reduces the symptoms of cold and allergies.

It is not recommended to take Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops with anti-depressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or drug interaction. Also, Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops should be taken at least 15 days after the last dose of anti-depressants.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose. Avoid taking a double dose.

Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops may cause drowsiness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel drowsy after taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops.

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Special Advise

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. It might help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
  • Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops may interfere with certain lab tests. So before undergoing any tests, please let the doctor know that you are taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops.
  • If you are due to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Rishcet-AF Orange Flavour Drops.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Common cold: Common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus' affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Symptoms of a common cold might include stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise). 

Allergy: It is an immune response to foreign elements known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. Whereas others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. 

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