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Rutin - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Rutin Medication Information

Get detailed information on Rutin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Rutin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Rutin
Pronunciation : Ru-tin
Therapeutic Classification : Alternative Medicine

Trade Names/Brand Names of Rutin

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Overview of Rutin

Rutin or rutoside is a citrus flavanol glycoside that plays a significant role in treating edema, small blood vessel disease, varicose veins, hemorrhoids.

Why is Rutin Prescribed? (Indications)

Rutin plays a significant role in treating edema, small blood vessel disease, varicose veins (enlarged veins), venous insufficiency, venous hypertension, superficial vein thrombosis, mouth ulcers associated with cancer treatments, and hemorrhoids.

Rutin has demonstrated a number of pharmacological activities, like antioxidant, cytoprotective, vasoprotective, anticarcinogenic, neuroprotective and cardioprotective activities.

Rutin is a citrus flavanol glycoside and is also called rutoside. It is found in buckwheat.

When should Rutin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Rutin is contraindicated in patients allergic to it.

What is the dosage of Rutin?

The recommended dose for rutin is 200 to 500 mg tablet.

How should Rutin be taken?

Rutin should be taken orally every 12 hours, three times a day.

What are the warnings and precautions for Rutin?

•Caution should be taken when using rutin during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Rutin?

Ophthalmic: Blurred vision

Skin: Itchy skin near damaged veins

Heart: Slow or fast heartbeat

What are the other precautions for Rutin?

Avoid excess dose.

What are the Drug Interactions of Rutin?

• Rutin increases the absorption of paclitaxel when concurrently administered.

• Rutin interacts with warfarin.

What are the storage conditions for Rutin?

Rutin should be stored at room temperature.

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