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Rapasim Tablet 10's

Rapasim Tablet 10's

Prescription drug
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Composition

SIROLIMUS-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Alniche Life Sciences Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Rapasim Tablet 10's

Rapasim Tablet 10's belongs to a class of drugs called 'immunosuppressants' used to prevent organ rejection after a transplant. Organ rejection occurs when a patient's immune system recognizes the donor organ as foreign and tries to eliminate it.

Rapasim Tablet 10's contains Sirolimus is an immunosuppressant. It weakens your body's defence system (immune system) to help your body accept the new organ as if it were your own. Thereby preventing organ rejection in transplanted patients and assisting the body in accepting the new organ.

Use Rapasim Tablet 10's as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Rapasim Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headache, fever, urinary tract infection, anaemia, nausea, arthralgia, pain, and oedema. Most of these side effects of Rapasim Tablet 10's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue using Rapasim Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Rapasim Tablet 10's without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to Rapasim Tablet 10's or other medicines. Consult your doctor before using Rapasim Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption with Rapasim Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Rapasim Tablet 10's to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Rapasim Tablet 10's

Used to prevent organ rejection

Medicinal Benefits

Rapasim Tablet 10's contains Sirolimus is an immunosuppressant. It weakens your body's defence system (immune system) to help your body accept the new organ as if it were your own. Thereby preventing organ rejection in transplanted patients and assisting the body in accepting the new organ.

Directions for Use

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 Rapasim Tablet 10's

  • Peripheral oedema
  • Hypertriglyceridemia
  • Hypertension
  • Hypercholesterolemia
  • Creatinine increased
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Fever
  • Urinary tract infection
  • Anaemia
  • Nausea
  • Arthralgia
  • Pain
  • Thrombocytopenia

Drug Warnings

Therapeutic drug monitoring is required for all patients receiving Rapasim Tablet 10's. To treat your condition effectually, continue using Rapasim Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not use Rapasim Tablet 10's without a doctor's advice if you are allergic to Rapasim Tablet 10's or other medicines. Consult your doctor before using the Rapasim Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption with Rapasim Tablet 10's as it may increase the risk of severe adverse effects. Do not use Rapasim Tablet 10's in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. And also, keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking Rapasim Tablet 10's to rule out any side effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Rapasim Tablet 10's may interact with other immunosuppressive agents (e.g. mycophenolate mofetil, mycophenolic acid), antihistamines (e.g. loratadine), anti-hypertensive medicines (e.g. losartan), and diabetic medicines (e.g. insulin glargine, insulin aspart). The relevance of a particular drug interaction varies from person to person. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication, and also inform your doctor of all your medical conditions and ongoing therapies before prescribing this medication. Considering these, your doctor may check the drug interactions before prescribing this medication.

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol, eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while you are taking Rapasim Tablet 10's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of allergic reactions to medicines, Infections, PML (progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy), angioedema, hyperlipidemia, liver disease, liver transplantation, lung dysfunction, lung transplant, renal dysfunction before taking Rapasim Tablet 10's.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL
  • MYCOPHENOLIC ACID
  • LORATADINE
  • LOSARTAN
  • INSULIN ASPART
  • INSULIN GLARGINE

Habit Forming

No

Disease/Condition Glossary

Organ rejection occurs when a patient’s immune system recognizes the donor organ as foreign and tries to eliminate it.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advised to avoid alcohol intake since it may worsen the side effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Rapasim Tablet 10's in pregnant women.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Rapasim Tablet 10's in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or drowsiness while using Rapasim Tablet 10's. Rapasim Tablet 10's can also sometimes cause dizziness/drowsiness; hence avoid driving in such situations. Seek medical attention if the symptoms persist longer.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Rapasim Tablet 10's in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Rapasim Tablet 10's in patients with kidney impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Children

Caution

There is limited information available on the use of Rapasim Tablet 10's in children. Please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

BIOCHEM PHARMA, LG 113 / A, Xth Central Mall, Mahavir Nagar, 90ft Road, Next to D Mart, Kandivali - West, Mumbai - 400067.
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FAQs

Rapasim Tablet 10's contains Sirolimus is an immunosuppressant. It works by weakening your body's defence system (immune system) to help your body accept the new organ as if it were your own.
No, it is a prescribed drug given by a physician for preventing specific medical conditions. Taking it on your own can cause unwanted side effects.
Rapasim Tablet 10's is safe if used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed, and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's guidelines carefully and inform your doctor if any of the side effects disturb you.
Please do not stop using Rapasim Tablet 10's without consulting your doctor on your own. Continue using Rapasim Tablet 10's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to treat your condition effectually. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Rapasim Tablet 10's.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, skip the missed dose and return to your regular dosing schedule if it is time for the next dose.

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