Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for QUTOCK PLUS CAP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Prescription Statistics
- 12.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 12.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 12.3 How long was it prescribed?
- 12.4 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 12.5 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 12.6 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 12.7 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 12.8 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 12.9 Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
- 13 Available Alternatives for QUTOCK PLUS CAP
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Overview
QUTOCK PLUS CAP is a Schedule H drug.QUTOCK PLUS CAP is composed of: LYCOPENE (500 MCG), COENZYME Q10 (100 MG), SELENIUM (100 MCG), ZINC SULFATE (62.5 MG), FOLIC ACID (1.5 MG)
Lycopene is a common carotenoid compound found in fruits, vegetables, and green plants that is responsible for the red color of tomatoes. Other sources include apricot, cranberry, grapes, pink grapefruit, guava, papaya, peaches, and watermelon.Lycopene acts an antioxidant by fighting free radicals in the body. Due to its antioxidant property, it reduces the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease.
Selenium is mineral that is found in soil and occurs naturally in certain foods (such as whole grains, Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds, and seafood). Selenium is not produced in the body, but it is needed for proper thyroid and immune system function.Selenium is used to treat or prevent selenium deficiency.Selenium has been used in alternative medicine as an aid to treat Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid), and to treat high cholesterol.Selenium provides essential nutrients.
Folic acid is a type of B vitamin that is normally found in foods such as dried beans, peas, lentils, oranges, whole-wheat products, liver, asparagus, beets, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and spinach.Folic acid helps your body produce and maintain new cells, and also helps prevent changes to DNA that may lead to cancer.As a medication, folic acid is used to treat folic acid deficiency and certain types of anemia (lack of red blood cells) caused by folic acid deficiency.Folic acid is sometimes used in combination with other medications to treat pernicious anemia. It plays a vital role in the formation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen throughout the body. It is also essential in pregnancy due to its role in the development of the unborn baby’s brain and spinal cord.
Usage
LYCOPENE is generally used to treat: Prostate Cancer, Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Colon CancerSELENIUM is generally used to treat: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Seborrhoeic Dermatitis, Tinea Versicolor
SELENIUM can address symptoms like: Hair Loss, Weight Gain, Constipation, Fatigue (tiredness), Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Pale Skin, Muscle Stiffness, Joint Pain, Swollen Tongue, Heavy Menstrual Bleeding, Memory Problems
FOLIC ACID is generally used to treat: Anemia, Pernicious Anemia, Vitamin B Deficiency
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
QUTOCK PLUS CAP is generally taken With Food.Precautions for QUTOCK PLUS CAP and its Constituents
Avoid if allergic to lycopene or to any of its food sources, especially tomatoes. Tomato-based products are acidic and may irritate stomach ulcers.
Do not use more of this product than is recommended on the label.
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. You should not use this product if you are allergic to selenium.
Do not use this product without medical advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.Do not give any herbal/health supplement to a child without medical advice.
The recommended dietary allowance of selenium increases with age. Follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.
Do not take extra selenium to make up the missed dose.
Remove all jewelry; selenium may damage it.Do not use this medication if your scalp is cut or scratched.
Stop using the lotion and contact your doctor if your condition worsens.
Using selenium long-term or at high doses may increase your risk of developing diabetes or other serious medical conditions. Ask your doctor about your specific risk.
- Folic Acid is used for the treatment of folic acid deficiency.
- It is also taken before and during pregnancy to decrease the risk of defects in the neural tube, which forms the spinal cord in the baby.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of seizures as you may need a higher dose of the seizure medicines than what you normally take.
- You should not use this medication if you have ever had an allergic reaction to folic acid.Take folic acid exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Follow the directions on your prescription label.
- Take folic acid with a full glass of water.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages.
- Caution should be exercised in patients with history of long-term infection, seizure disorder, liver problems and kidney dialysis.
Symptoms of Overdosage
SELENIUM over-dosage can result in: Bad Breath, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Nausea, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness)FOLIC ACID over-dosage can result in: Mouth Pain, Weakness (generalized), Fatigue (tiredness), Confusion, Difficulty Concentrating
Common Side-Effects
LYCOPENE : Indigestion, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Gas, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty BreathingSELENIUM : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Vomit, Hair Loss, Restless Or Irritability, Bad Breath, Lightheadedness, Easy Bleeding, Unusual Taste In Mouth
FOLIC ACID : Depression, Nausea, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Difficulty Sleeping, Restless Or Irritability, Unusual Taste In Mouth
Serious Side-Effects
LYCOPENE : Mouth Ulcer, Bad BreathRare Side-Effects
FOLIC ACID : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Fever, Body Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
FOLIC ACID can interfere with: AnemiaTechnical Classification
LYCOPENE is categorized as: HERBAL PRODUCTS / ALTERNATIVE MEDICINESSELENIUM is categorized as: MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
FOLIC ACID is categorized as: VITAMINS / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
Morning | 64% |
Once Daily | 28% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
1CAP | 51% |
1TAB | 49% |
How long was it prescribed?
28 Days | 32% |
56 Days | 16% |
90 Days | 11% |
10 Days | 9% |
14 Days | 9% |
30 Days | 7% |
60 Days | 6% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
18 to 35yrs | 8% |
35 to 50yrs | 18% |
50 to 60yrs | 25% |
60 to 70yrs | 25% |
70yrs and above | 23% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 34% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Cardiologist | 99% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
BIO SPRING | 36% |
NEXITO-PLUS TAB | 33% |
BRILINTA 90MG TAB | 33% |
ECOSPRIN TAB 75MG | 27% |
PAN D TAB | 20% |
ECOSPRIN AV TAB | 17% |
MONOCEF-O TAB 200MG | 16% |
PAN L TAB | 16% |
ROSUVAS 40MG TAB | 13% |
SIGNOFLAM TAB | 12% |
RABIZEM L TAB | 11% |
PAN 40MG TAB | 11% |
RANCAD 500MG TAB | 10% |
BIOSPRING PWD | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 52% |
SERUM POTASSIUM (SEROLOGY) | 27% |
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY) | 27% |
SERUM SODIUM (SEROLOGY) | 27% |
UREA (BIOCHEMISTRY) | 26% |
PT/INR (HEMATOLOGY) | 24% |
2D ECHO (ELECTROPHYSIOLOGY) | 21% |
KFT (SCREENING) | 15% |
HB (HEMATOLOGY) | 14% |
RFT (BIOCHEMISTRY) | 14% |
TMT (BIOCHEMISTRY) | 12% |
Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
Symptom Limited Exercise (Others) | 25% |
Low Fat Diet (Diet) | 10% |
Available Alternatives for QUTOCK PLUS CAP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
QUTOCK PLUS CAP | INR 729 for 10 CAPSULES | LYCOPENE 500 MCG, COENZYME Q10 100 MG, L-ARGININE 100 MG, SELENIUM 100 MCG, ZINC SULFATE 62.5 MG, FOLIC ACID 1.5 MG |