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Reditux is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia. Reditux also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Reditux depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Reditux include Weakness. Some other side effects of Reditux have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Reditux normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Reditux's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Reditux related warnings talks about Reditux's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Reditux can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Reditux in conditions like Hyperkalemia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Reditux are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Reditux may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Reditux is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Reditux is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Reditux is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Reditux safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Reditux. It is best to stop taking Reditux immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Reditux safe during breastfeeding?
Reditux should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Reditux on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Reditux. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Reditux on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Reditux on the liver.
What is the effect of Reditux on the Heart?
Reditux may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Reditux should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Reditux unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Reditux habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Reditux is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Reditux. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Reditux only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Reditux is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Reditux
It is safe to take Reditux with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Reditux
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Reditux.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Rituxan (rituximab)
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