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Raystat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Other than this, Raystat has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Raystat is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Raystat have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Raystat normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Raystat's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Mild while nursing. In addition, Raystat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Raystat related warnings section.
Raystat can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Raystat in conditions like Heart Failure, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Raystat are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Raystat have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Raystat is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Raystat is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Raystat safe for pregnant women?
Raystat rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Raystat safe during breastfeeding?
Raystat has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Raystat on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Raystat on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Raystat on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Raystat on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Raystat on the Heart?
Side effects of Raystat rarely affect the heart.
Raystat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Raystat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Raystat habit forming or addictive?
Raystat does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Raystat
Eating certain foods may increase the time it takes Raystat to have an effect. You should consult your doctor about it.
Interaction between Alcohol and Raystat
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Raystat and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Raystat does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Raystat.
Raystat is a brand name of clotrimazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungal. It is used to treat antifungal infections such as tinea corporis (fungal infection of the skin or scalp known as ringworm), tinea cruris (fungal infection in the skin of the genitals known as Jock itch), tinea pedis (fungal infection between the toes also known as athlete's foot), cutaneous candidiasis (skin and nail fungal infection), tinea versicolor (discolored patches of skin), and vaginal candidiasis (a yeast infection of the vagina).
No, Raystat does not cause hair loss. There have been no known cases of this drug causing hair loss. However, do keep your doctor informed if you are experiencing hair loss with Raystat.
No, ideally Raystat can't be used on the acne (pimples) because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Yes, Raystat is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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