Rutoxy F Benefits & Uses

Rutoxy F is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Hair Loss

Other Benefits

Rutoxy F 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hair Loss Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Finasteride(0.1%w/v) + Minoxidil (5%w/v), Finasteride (0.1%w/v) + Minoxidil (10%w/v)
Adult	Disease: Hair Loss Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Hair Loss Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply on scalp Dosage Form: Lotion Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Finasteride(0.1%w/v) + Minoxidil (5%w/v), Finasteride (0.1%w/v) + Minoxidil (10%w/v)

Rutoxy F Related Warnings

Is the use of Rutoxy F safe for pregnant women?

Rutoxy F may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Rutoxy F, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Rutoxy F safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Rutoxy F for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Rutoxy F on the Kidneys?

Rutoxy F does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rutoxy F on the Liver?

Using Rutoxy F does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Rutoxy F on the Heart?

You can take Rutoxy F without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Rutoxy F with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Guanethidine

Guanethidine Tablet

Rutoxy F Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Rutoxy F

Is this Rutoxy F habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rutoxy F is addictive.

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

Rutoxy F does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rutoxy F should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Rutoxy F in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Rutoxy F Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rutoxy F

You can take Rutoxy F with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rutoxy F

Drinking alcohol while on Rutoxy F does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.

Safe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Loniten® (minoxidil)