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Metarub Information

Metarub is a prescription medicine that is available as a Lotion, Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Secondary and off-label uses of Metarub have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Metarub depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Metarub are Headache, Chills, Cough. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Metarub can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Metarub are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Metarub is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Metarub has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Metarub related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Metarub contraindications section.

Besides this, Metarub may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Metarub Benefits & Uses

Metarub is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Metarub 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: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Psoriasis
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area
  • Dosage Form: Cream
  • Dosage Route: Topical
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Metarub Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Metarub safe for pregnant women?


    It is not known what effect Metarub will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

    Unknown
  • Is the use of Metarub safe during breastfeeding?


    No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Metarub on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Metarub will cause side effects or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Metarub on the Kidneys?


    Metarub rarely harms the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Metarub on the Liver?


    Metarub may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Metarub on the Heart?


    Side effects of Metarub rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Metarub with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Aspirin
    AcetazolamideAdalimumabChlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine
      Pioglitazone,Metformin
        Pioglitazone,Glimepiride
          Atenolol,Chlorthalidone


            Metarub Contraindications

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



            Frequently asked Questions about Metarub

            • Is this Metarub habit forming or addictive?


              Metarub is not addictive in nature.

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


              Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metarub since it will not make you feel sleepy.

              Safe
            • Is it safe?


              Yes, but take Metarub only as per medical advice.

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


              No, Metarub cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

              No

            Metarub Interactions with Food and Alcohol

            • Interaction between Food and Metarub


              Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metarub, due to a lack of research on this.

              Unknown
            • Interaction between Alcohol and Metarub


              Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metarub.

              Unknown


            Frequently asked Questions about Metarub

            Question over 5 years ago

            Can Metarub be used with salicylic acid?

            Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

            Yes, Metarub comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis. 

            Question over 5 years ago

            Can I use Metarub to treat burns?

            Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

            No, Metarub cannot be used for the treatment of burns. It is used for treating rash, eczema, and psoriasis. Burns can be treated with skin cream, lotion or an ointment containing ingredients like gentamycin sulfate, fusidic acid, silver nitrate, silver sulfadiazine, mafenide acetate, etc. Please do not self-medicate with Metarub for burns and speak to your doctor for a recommendation.

            Question over 5 years ago

            Is Metarub a steroid?

            Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

            Yes, Metarub is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and vasoconstrictive properties. It is used for treating rash, psoriatic lesion or eczema on your skin surface. Unlike other steroids, Metarub is safe and easily tolerated by the patients. It decreases the action of the chemicals in the body that causes inflammation. 

            Question almost 6 years ago

            What is Metarub?

            Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

            Metarub is a medium potency synthetic corticosteroid with anti-inflammatory, antipruritic (used to relieve itching) and vasoconstrictive (narrowing of the blood vessels) activity. It is effective for the treatment of asthma. It is also used topically for the management of skin disorders like psoriasis (red scaly patches on some areas of the body) and eczema (dry and itchy skin with red and scaly patches). It is generally available as a furoate salt.

            Question almost 6 years ago

            Can I apply Metarub for treating acne?

            Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

            Metarub is a topical corticosteroid which is used for treating conditions like psoriasis and eczema. It is not to be used on face and that too for treating acne. Acne can be treated by using anti-acne preparations containing active ingredients like alpha-hydroxy acids, benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, clay, sulfur, etc. Acne is rather one of the side effects caused by Metarub. 



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            This medicine data has been created by -

            Vikas Chauhan

            B.Pharma, Pharmacy
            5 Years of Experience


            References

            April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 359-360

            US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Elocon® (mometasone furoate)

            US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nasonex® (mometasone furoate monohydrate)

            US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Asmanex® Twisthaler® (mometasone furoate)

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