Rutoxy 5% Lotion Benefits & Uses

Rutoxy 5% Lotion is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

High BP (Read More - Home Remedies for High Blood Pressure)

Rutoxy 5% Lotion 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Apply affected area where hair growth is desired

Rutoxy 5% Lotion Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Rutoxy 5% Lotion is used -

Moderate

Edema

Common

Flushing
Bloating or fullness
Swelling

Rutoxy 5% Lotion Related Warnings

Is the use of Rutoxy 5% Lotion safe for pregnant women?

Rutoxy should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Rutoxy 5% Lotion safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Rutoxy. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Rutoxy 5% Lotion on the Kidneys?

Using Rutoxy does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Rutoxy 5% Lotion on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Rutoxy on the liver, information on safety of Rutoxy for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Rutoxy 5% Lotion on the Heart?

Rutoxy has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rutoxy 5% Lotion with Other Drugs

Rutoxy 5% Lotion should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Chlorpheniramine,Codeine

Paracetamol,Codeine

Alprazolam

Amoxapine

Amitriptyline

Betamethasone

Rutoxy 5% Lotion Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Rutoxy 5% Lotion unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Failure
Pulmonary Hypertension
Angina

Frequently asked Questions about Rutoxy 5% Lotion

Is this Rutoxy 5% Lotion habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rutoxy 5% Lotion is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Rutoxy 5% Lotion as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Rutoxy 5% Lotion only on doctor's advice.

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

Rutoxy 5% Lotion is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rutoxy 5% Lotion Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rutoxy 5% Lotion

Taking Rutoxy 5% Lotion with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Rutoxy 5% Lotion

Taking Rutoxy 5% Lotion with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 567

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

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