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Ricetral 0.3gm Injection

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Product introduction

Ricetral 0.3gm Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of potassium deficiency in the body. This supplement can relieve muscle weakness, irregular heartbeat, nausea, and vomiting. It is an essential nutrient of the body which helps in the maintenance of good health.

Ricetral 0.3gm Injection is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Take the injection regularly and for as long as the doctor has prescribed it for maximum benefits.

This medicine is usually well-tolerated, however, it may cause mild injection site reactions (like pain, swelling, or redness), nausea, muscle weakness, and tingling sensation. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist.

Breastfeeding and pregnant women should consult the doctor before receiving the treatment. Also, tell your doctor if you are on any medication for any health conditions.

Uses of Ricetral Injection

  • Potassium deficiency

Benefits of Ricetral Injection

In Potassium deficiency

Ricetral 0.3gm Injection contains potassium, which is a very essential electrolyte for carrying out various life functions of our body. It has many benefits such as regulation of blood pressure, maintenance of water balance or pH balance in the body, conduction of nerve impulses and muscle contractions. It also helps in the digestion of food and maintains normal heart rhythm or heartbeat. Its deficiency can cause issues of the kidneys, nausea, weakness, irregular heartbeat, constipation, or muscle cramps. Ricetral 0.3gm Injection helps prevent these complications and enables better carrying out of life functions.

Side effects of Ricetral Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ricetral

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Flatulence
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fatigue
  • Febrile response

How to use Ricetral Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Ricetral Injection works

Ricetral 0.3gm Injection works by raising potassium levels in your blood.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ricetral 0.3gm Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ricetral 0.3gm Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ricetral 0.3gm Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Ricetral 0.3gm Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ricetral 0.3gm Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ricetral 0.3gm Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ricetral 0.3gm Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ricetral Injection?

If you miss a dose of Ricetral 0.3gm Injection, consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Ricetral 0.3gm Injection is used to prevent or treat low blood levels of potassium (hypokalemia).
  • Inform your doctor/nurse if you feel any burning, pain, or swelling at the injection site.
  • You may need to get your blood test done while you are taking Ricetral 0.3gm Injection to monitor the level of potassium in your body.
  • Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, severe dehydration, or diarrhea for a long time.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Alkali Metal Chloride
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
Minerals

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ricetral with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Lefsum, Lefunid, Lefumide
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Artamin, Atrmin, Penicitin
Life-threatening

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FAQs

Q. Can Ricetral 0.3gm Injection cause hyperkalemia?

Yes, the use of potassium supplements like Ricetral 0.3gm Injection may increase potassium levels leading to hyperkalemia. Your doctor will prescribe tests to monitor your potassium levels so that an optimum level is maintained.

Q. What should I avoid taking while on treatment with Ricetral 0.3gm Injection?

It is advisable to avoid taking low-sodium foods and salt substitutes during your treatment with potassium chloride. These foods contain potassium, and eating them can increase the level of potassium in your blood.

Q. What happens if I have too much potassium chloride in my blood?

An excess of potassium chloride can cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue, and lightheadedness.

Q. Does Ricetral 0.3gm Injection affect your blood pressure?

Studies suggest that an excess of potassium chloride can result in low blood pressure.

Q. What happens if a patient with kidney disease is administered Ricetral 0.3gm Injection?

A patient with kidney disease should not be given Ricetral 0.3gm Injection since it may result in an increase in potassium levels in the body.

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Country of origin: India

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