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Rutor Benefits & Uses

Rutor is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Arthritis
Periods pain
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)

Rutor 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: Lupus Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6.5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Malaria Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 days Special Instructions: This dose for Acute attack, first dose take 13 mg/kg

Rutor Related Warnings

Is the use of Rutor safe for pregnant women?

Rutor has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Rutor safe during breastfeeding?

Rutor may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Rutor, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Rutor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rutor on the Kidneys?

Rutor rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Rutor on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Rutor. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Rutor on the Heart?

Side effects of Rutor rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Rutor with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Acarbose

Alfuzosin

Alogliptin

Alogliptin Tablet

Metformin

Pioglitazone

Rutor Contraindications

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

Drug Allergy
Liver Disease
Anemia
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Psoriasis

Frequently asked Questions about Rutor

Is this Rutor habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Rutor is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Rutor as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Rutor should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Rutor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Rutor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Rutor

There is no information on the effects of taking Rutor with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Rutor

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Rutor with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Rutor

Question over 5 years ago

Does Rutor cause low blood pressure?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Rutor does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this medicine. It is not a known side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this drug then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Rutor affect blood sugar levels?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Rutor can affect blood sugar levels. It has been reported to decreased blood sugar levels (hypoglycemia). So, if you have diabetes keep a check on your blood sugar levels and in case if you feel lightheadedness, shaking or increased heartbeat after taking this drug then drink a glass of fruit juice, eat candies to restore your blood sugar levels and report to your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Rutor an antibiotic?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

No, Rutor is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the class of drugs known as antimalarials and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). It is effective against parasites such as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium vivax.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Rutor helpful in lupus?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Rutor is helpful in lupus or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). It is used in the treatment of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) as well as rheumatoid arthritis. Rutor works in rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) by suppressing the immune system which provides relief to the patient from pain and inflammation. However, the exact mechanism how it works in these autoimmune diseases is still unknown.