Ring Guard Information
Ring Guard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Cream,Gel. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections, Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ring Guard have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ring Guard 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ring Guard can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Ring Guard are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ring Guard is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ring Guard has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ring Guard related warnings section.
The section on Ring Guard contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Ring Guard have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ring Guard is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ring Guard Benefits
Ring Guard is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
- Diarrhoea (Read More - Home Remedies for Diarrhoea)
- E. coli Infection
- Conjunctivitis (Read More - Say Goodbye to Pink Eye: Best At-Home Treatments for Conjunctivitis)
- Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Ear Infection
- Eye Infections
- Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
- Vaginitis
- Candidal Infection
- Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Versicolor (Read More - Sehua Fungal Infection? Try These Natural Solutions)
- Thrush
- Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Jock itch
- Vulvitis
- Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)
- Dandruff
- Dermatitis
Ring Guard 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 |
Ring Guard Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ring Guard is used -
Severe
- Hearing Loss
- Damage to Ear
Moderate
- Allergic reaction
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Vertigo
- Maculopapular rash
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
Ring Guard Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ring Guard safe for pregnant women?
Ring Guard can have harmful effects for pregnant women. If you experience anything like this, then discontinue Ring Guard and take your doctor's advice.
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Is the use of Ring Guard safe during breastfeeding?
Ring Guard does not cause any harmful effects during breastfeeding.
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What is the effect of Ring Guard on the Kidneys?
There are no any side effects of Ring Guard for kidney.
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What is the effect of Ring Guard on the Liver?
Ring Guard is not harmful for liver.
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What is the effect of Ring Guard on the Heart?
Using Ring Guard does not have any harmful effects on heart.
Severe Interaction of Ring Guard with Other Drugs
Ring Guard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
Ring Guard Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ring Guard unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Gastritis
- Dehydration
- Myasthenia Gravis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Abdominal Pain
- Diabetes
- Liver Disease
- High Cholesterol
Frequently asked Questions about Ring Guard
Question almost 6 years ago
Is Ring Guard a pain-killer?
Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine
Ring Guard is not a pain-killer. It is an antibiotic that belongs to the class of drug called aminoglycoside antibiotics. It is used to treat various types of bacterial infections and hepatic encephalopathy.
Question about 6 years ago
How does Ring Guard work?
Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician
Ring Guard is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Proteus species, S. aureus, and Serratia species. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is generally resistant.
Question almost 6 years ago
Is Ring Guard safe to use?
Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Ring Guard is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience the above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Ring Guard without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician
Ring Guard is a prescription drug, hence do not take Ring Guard without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for patients to take this medicine without doctor's advice.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Ring Guard be used for acne?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
No, [Medicine} cannot be used to treat acne as it is not effective against acne.
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