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Metarub Lite Cream is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Metarub Lite Cream has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Metarub Lite Cream is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Metarub Lite Cream include Headache, Chills, Cough. Some other side effects of Metarub Lite Cream have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Metarub Lite Cream are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Metarub Lite Cream's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Metarub Lite Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Metarub Lite Cream related warnings section.
The section on Metarub Lite Cream contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Metarub Lite Cream with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Metarub Lite Cream, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Metarub Lite Cream 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 |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Metarub Lite Cream 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.
Is the use of Metarub Lite Cream 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.
What is the effect of Metarub Lite Cream on the Kidneys?
Metarub rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Metarub Lite Cream 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.
What is the effect of Metarub Lite Cream on the Heart?
Side effects of Metarub rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Metarub Lite Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Metarub Lite Cream habit forming or addictive?
Metarub Lite Cream is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Metarub Lite Cream since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Metarub Lite Cream only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Metarub Lite Cream cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Metarub Lite Cream
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Metarub Lite Cream, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Metarub Lite Cream
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Metarub Lite Cream.
Yes, Metarub comes in combination with salicylic acid. The combination is very effective in treating psoriasis.
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.
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.
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.
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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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 359-360
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