Rutor Information

Rutor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Malaria. Secondary and off-label uses of Rutor have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rutor. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Rutor can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rutor go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Rutor's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Rutor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Rutor related warnings section.

Rutor is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Porphyria as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Rutor contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Rutor may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Rutor is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Rutor Benefits & Uses
Rutor Dosage & How to Take
Rutor Side Effects
Rutor Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Rutor with Other Drugs
Rutor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Rutor
Rutor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Rutor Benefits & Uses

Rutor is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Arthritis
Periods pain
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)

Rutor Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg

Rutor Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rutor is used -

Severe

Loss of appetite
Mood swings
Drowsiness

Rutor Related Warnings

Is the use of Rutor safe for pregnant women?

Rutor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Rutor safe during breastfeeding?

Rutor may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Rutor, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Rutor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rutor on the Kidneys?

Rutor rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rutor on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rutor. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rutor on the Heart?

Side effects of Rutor rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rutor with Other Drugs

Rutor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Quinidine

Acarbose

Alfuzosin

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Pioglitazone

Rutor Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rutor unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Psoriasis

Frequently asked Questions about Rutor

Is this Rutor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rutor is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rutor as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rutor should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Rutor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rutor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rutor

There is no information on the effects of taking Rutor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rutor

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rutor with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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