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Rhomentum is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. Asthma, Allergic Rhinitis are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Rhomentum has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Rhomentum. 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 Rhomentum include Headache, Chills, Cough. While these are the most often observed Rhomentum side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Rhomentum go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Rhomentum's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Rhomentum's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Rhomentum have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Rhomentum have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Rhomentum is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Rhomentum 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 Rhomentum safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Rhomentum during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Rhomentum safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Rhomentum for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Rhomentum on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Rhomentum on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Rhomentum on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rhomentum. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Rhomentum on the Heart?
Rhomentum has very mild side effects on the heart.
Rhomentum 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 Rhomentum unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rhomentum habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Rhomentum has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Rhomentum will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Rhomentum should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rhomentum for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rhomentum
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Rhomentum with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rhomentum
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Rhomentum.
Rhomentum 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 Rhomentum.
Rhomentum is available as a cream, lotion or an ointment. It is generally applied once a day. It should be applied every day at the same time. The instructions of the doctor and those given on the prescription label should be followed properly. One must not apply it more often than prescribed and it must not be applied to other areas of the skin. The skin condition should improve in 2 weeks times. A thin layer of cream or ointment should be applied and a few drops of lotion should be applied to the affected area. It is only to be applied on the skin. It should not be applied on mouth or eyes and should not be swallowed. Its use should be avoided on the genital, rectal areas, skin creases and armpits unless otherwise specified by your doctor. Do not apply any other cream, ointment or lotion on the treated area and do not cover it with bandage or cloth unless directed by your doctor.
Rhomentum works by releasing some anti-inflammatory proteins and inhibiting the synthesis of some inflammation mediators. This provides relief to the patient temporarily.
No, Rhomentum is not indicated for hemorrhoids. Please consult your doctor before using Rhomentum for conditions other than the recommended ones.
Rhomentum 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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