Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for RUTICOOL CRM 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 Available Alternatives for RUTICOOL CRM
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Overview
RUTICOOL CRM is a Schedule H drug.RUTICOOL CRM is composed of: ZINC OXIDE (5.0 %W/W), CALCIUM ACETATE (0.025 %W/W), HYDROCORTISONE (0.025 %W/W), PHENYLEPHRINE (0.1 %W/W)
Calcium is a mineral that is needed for many functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance. Calcium can also bind to other minerals such as phosphate, and aid in their removal from the body.Calcium acetate is a natural mineral that works by holding onto phosphate from the diet so that it can pass out of your body,used to treat elevated blood phosphate levels in end stage kidney failure.
Hydrocortisone is a topical steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation. Hydrocortisone topical is used to treat inflammation of the skin caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, or psoriasis. Hydrocortisone topical will not treat skin infections. This medication is a corticosteroid, prescribed for severe allergies, arthritis, asthma, multiple sclerosis and skin conditions. It is also used to treat certain types of cancer.
Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.
Usage
CALCIUM ACETATE can address symptoms like: Mouth Tingling, Mouth Numbness, Joint PainHYDROCORTISONE is generally used to treat: Eczema, Psoriasis, Deep Skin Infection, Arthritis, Asthma, Multiple Sclerosis, Cancer
PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
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: Not Safe
How Do I Take It?
RUTICOOL CRM is generally taken With Food.Precautions for RUTICOOL CRM and its Constituents
- You should not use calcium acetate if you have high levels of calcium in your blood.
- You should not use calcium acetate if you are allergic to it.
- Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
- Take this medicine with each meal.
- You may need to keep a food diary to measure how much calcium you are getting in your diet.
- You may need frequent medical tests to help your doctor determine how long to treat you with calcium acetate.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Do not take additional calcium supplements.
- Avoid using antacids without your doctor’s advice. Use only the specific type of antacid your doctor recommends.
- Avoid taking an antibiotic such as ciprofloxacin, moxifloxacin, or levofloxacin within 2 hours before or 6 hours after you take calcium acetate.Avoid taking an antibiotic such as doxycycline, minocycline, or tetracycline within 1 hour before you take calcium acetate.
- Avoid taking levothyroxine within 4 hours before or 4 hours after you take calcium acetate.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney, intestinal, or heart disease, diabetes, underactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, mental illness, myasthenia gravis, osteoporosis, herpes eye infection, seizures, tuberculosis (TB), ulcers, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid contact with people who have infections. It may cause unusual changes in vision; if it
Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for
Symptoms of Overdosage
CALCIUM ACETATE over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Confusion, Nausea, VomitHYDROCORTISONE over-dosage can result in: Easy Bruising
Common Side-Effects
CALCIUM ACETATE : Diarrhoea, Itchy Skin, Nausea, Loose Motion, Abdomen Pain, Confusion, Dry Mouth, Head Headache, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of AppetiteHYDROCORTISONE : Nausea, Heartburn, Head Headache, Dizziness, Difficulty Sleeping, Body Excessive Sweating, Cough, Throat Soreness, Fever, Chills
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Serious Side-Effects
CALCIUM ACETATE : Delirium, Hypercalcaemia, Slurred Speech, Frequent Urination, Unusual Taste In Mouth, Increased ThirstHYDROCORTISONE : Chest Pain, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Rare Side-Effects
HYDROCORTISONE : Skin Rash, Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Mood Swings, Abdomen Pain, Face Swelling, Body Itching, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, GlaucomaTechnical Classification
CALCIUM ACETATE is categorized as:- MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
- PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
HYDROCORTISONE is categorized as: TOPICAL STEROIDS / DERMATOLOGICAL AGENTS / TOPICAL AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
- DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Available Alternatives for RUTICOOL CRM
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
RUTICOOL CRM | INR 90 for 30 GM CREAM | ZINC OXIDE 5.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE 3.0 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W, HYDROCORTISONE 0.025 %W/W, CALCIUM ACETATE 0.025 %W/W |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
PILORUTE CRM | INR 105 for 30 GM CREAM | ZINC OXIDE 5.0 %W/W, LIDOCAINE 3.0 %W/W, CALCIUM ACETATE 0.25 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W, HYDROCORTISONE 0.25 %W/W |
PILORUTE OINT | INR 105 for 30 GM CREAM | ZINC OXIDE 5 %W/W, LIGNOCAINE HYDROCHLORIDE 3 %W/W, HYDROCORTISONE 0.25 %W/W, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/W, CALCIUM ACETATE 0.25 %W/W |