Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of schizophrenia. It works by modulating the action of certain chemical messengers in the brain that affect thoughts.

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet is a combination of atypical antipsychotics and anticholinergic- centrally acting medicines.

Uses of Resque Forte Tablet

Schizophrenia

Benefits of Resque Forte Tablet

In Schizophrenia

Schizophrenia is a mental disorder in which a person’s thinking ability, feelings and behavior become abnormal. Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet helps restore the chemical imbalances in the brain that are responsible for such changes. It improves thoughts, behavior and enhances the quality of life. Do not stop taking it unless advised by the doctor. It can take several weeks for your symptoms to improve; so keep using the medicine even if you do not think it is working.

Side effects of Resque Forte 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 Resque Forte

Nausea
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Weight gain
Sleepiness
Orthostatic hypotension (sudden lowering of blood pressure on standing)
Increased prolactin level in blood
Nervousness

How to use Resque Forte 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. Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg 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

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet can cause blurring of vision, dizziness, mild nausea, and mental confusion in some cases. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Resque Forte Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Resque Forte 4mg/2mg 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.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Resque Forte Tablet

Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps treat schizophrenia or mania.
Trihexyphenidyl controls drug induced abnormal movements.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication as it may lower its efficacy.
It can cause dry mouth. Maintain good oral hygiene,drink water, chew sugarless gum, or suck on hard candy for the dry mouth.
It may cause an increase in weight, blood sugar, cholesterol, and triglycerides (fat). Eat healthy, exercise, and monitor your levels regularly.
Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma or trouble passing urine.
Do not stop taking Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first as it may cause worsening of symptoms.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

NEURO CNS

User feedback

Patients taking Resque Forte 4mg/2mg Tablet

Once A Day

80%

Twice A Day

20%

Top Psychiatrists

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Dr. Ashutosh Tripathi

MBBS, MA

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MBBS, DNB, MD, Diploma

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