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Ritrod 50 mg Injection

Manufactured byNeon Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsRitodrine
Description
Ritrod 50 mg Injection is a medicine used to control premature labour (when your uterus starts contracting for birth too early during pregnancy). It works by reducing the contractions of the muscles in your uterus. Ritrod 50 mg Injection can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, headache, loss of appetite, etc. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsens. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is given by a healthcare professional in a hospital or clinical setting. Your doctor will decide the dose based on your condition. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, heart problems, or if you are taking any other medicines. Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood pressure and the functioning of your heart during the treatment. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended for use before 20 weeks of pregnancy or if you have any complications associated with your pregnancy.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Ritrod 50 mg Injection

Yutopar 50 mg Injection
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Ritrod 50 mg Injection

  • Increased heart beat
  • Headache
  • Anxiety
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Chest pain
  • Dry mouth
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dizziness and drowsiness
  • Redness of skin

Uses of Ritrod 50 mg Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Premature labour
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Ritrod 50 mg Injection can be observed within 5 minutes after administering a dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    Ritrod 50 mg Injection may remains in your body for approximately 15 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendency was reported for Ritrod 50 mg Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Ritrod 50 mg Injection is considered safe to be used in pregnancy only after the 20th week. Consult with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not intended for use while breastfeeding.

Allergy

Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you are allergy to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, swelling and/or itching (especially in the face, lips, throat), breathing difficulty, etc.

Antepartum hemorrhage

Antepartum haemorrhage (APH) is defined as bleeding from the vagina occurring from 24 weeks of pregnancy until childbirth. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended in such cases as it may increase the risk of bleeding that may worsen your condition.

Eclampsia

Eclampsia is a condition in which high blood pressure results in seizures (sudden uncontrolled brain activity causing fits) during pregnancy. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended for use if you have eclampsia as it may worsen your condition.

Spinal cord compression

Spinal cord compression occurs your spinal cord gets compressed (due to fat, tumour, abnormal bone, etc.). The symptoms include numbness, pain, weakness in the hands, feet, or legs etc. Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not recommended in such cases as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Ritrod 50 mg Injection is considered safe to be used in pregnancy only after the 20th week. Consult with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Ritrod 50 mg Injection is not intended for use while breastfeeding.
General warnings

Hypovolemia

Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution if you have hypovolemia (low blood volume) as it can affect your blood pressure. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your electrolyte levels, blood volume and the functioning of your heart.

Heart Disease

Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution if you have heart problems as this medicine may increase the risk of irregular heartbeat and alteration in your blood pressure. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your electrolyte levels and the functioning of your heart.

Pulmonary Hypertension

Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution if you have pulmonary hypertension (increased blood pressure within the arteries in the lungs) as this medicine can increase your blood pressure and further worsen your condition.

Missed Dose

Ritrod 50 mg Injection is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting so the likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Overdose

Ritrod 50 mg Injection is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional. Hence, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Propranolol

Corticosteroids

Betaxolol

Diazoxide

Promethazine

Disease interactions

Pheochromocytoma

Phaeochromocytoma is the tumour in your adrenal gland (small gland located above the kidney responsible for producing hormones). Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution if you have pheochromocytoma as it can further lead to an increase in your blood pressure. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Diabetes

Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution if you have diabetes as this medicine may cause an increase in the blood sugar levels. Your doctor may suggest to regularly monitor your blood sugar level while taking this medicine.

Hypokalaemia

Hypokalaemia is a decrease in the potassium levels in your blood. Ritrod 50 mg Injection should be used with caution as it may further increase the risk of hypokalaemia. Close monitoring of the potassium levels and heart rhythm is recommended while taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Ritrod 50 mg Injection is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you are allergic to this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines or if you have any medical conditions before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Ritrod 50 mg Injection works by relaxing the muscles in your uterus and reducing the intensity and frequency of contractions. This prevents early delivery.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Classification

Category

Tocolytic agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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