Rupanex M Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Rupanex M Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, dryness in mouth, diarrhea, skin rash, flu-like symptoms, headache, fatigue, and weakness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Rupanex M Tablet

Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Benefits of Rupanex M Tablet

In Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Rupanex M Tablet is used to treat an itchy, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, or other symptoms caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis). It works by reducing certain substances in the body called histamines that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. It also reduces swelling inside the nose and thus decreases symptoms such as stuffy nose. This helps in easy breathing and makes you feel better.

Side effects of Rupanex M Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Rupanex M

Nausea
Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Diarrhea
Skin rash
Flu-like symptoms
Sleepiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dizziness
Weakness

How to use Rupanex M Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rupanex M Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rupanex M Tablet works

Rupanex M Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Rupatadine and Montelukast, which treats sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Rupatadine is an antiallergic which blocks the action a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist. It works by blocking the action of another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose, and improves symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Rupanex M Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Rupanex M Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Rupanex M Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Rupanex M Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Rupanex M Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Because of the limited information, use of Rupanex M Tablet is not recommended in patients with kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Rupanex M Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rupanex M Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Rupanex M Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

What if you forget to take Rupanex M Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Rupanex M Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Rupanex M Tablet

₹15.8/Tablet

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Rupanex M Tablet to help relieve symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and cough.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Rupanex M Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Rupanex M Tablet as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Stop taking Rupanex M Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

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Patient concerns

I have Allergic rhynitis for last 20 years. I am taking Rupanex M tablet every day for last 4 years. I am ok now and no cold and cough but feel tiredness most of time and body pain since last 2 years. Is it because of Rupanex M or by anything else. Please suggest. Should I continue taking Rupanex M. What are the side effects of this medicine for long time use

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

Chest pain or tightness, Trouble breathing, Abdominal and stomach pain, Bloody nose, Unusual tiredness and weakness, Joint pain, Abdominal cramps, Excessive sweating, Allergic reactions such as shortness of breath, Abnormal increase in sweating, General feeling of discomfort or illness, Andheadache, Flu like symptomsYou should consult ENT good and u cant take medication for this long, it will damage ur immune system, and allergic rhinitis should be managed with other measures,, consult ENT

i want to know the use of rupanex tablet can u please mkention me details sir

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

It is an anti allergic medication

User feedback

Patients taking Rupanex M Tablet

Once A Day

89%

Twice A Day

Once A Week

Alternate Day

What are you using Rupanex M Tablet for?

Others

62%

Allergic cond*

25%

Asthma

12%

*Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

72%

Average

22%

Poor

What were the side-effects while using Rupanex M Tablet?

No Side Effec*

70%

Sleepiness

10%

Nausea

10%

Dryness in mo*

10%

*No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth

How do you take Rupanex M Tablet?

With food

86%

With or witho*

14%

*With or without food

Please rate Rupanex M Tablet on price

Expensive

58%

Average

42%

Top Physicians

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References

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