RITROD 10MG TABLET belongs to a class of medications called ‘tocolytic agents’ used to prevent premature labor. Premature labour happens when consistent contractions result in the opening of the cervix after week 20 but before week 37 of pregnancy. Preterm labour can result in premature delivery. Symptoms include leaking fluid or bleeding from the vagina, pressure in the pelvis, and cramps that feel like menstrual cramps regularly. 

RITROD 10MG TABLET contains ‘Ritodrine’, which belongs to a class of medications called ‘uterine relaxants’. It is a tocolytic agent which prevents preterm labor by suppressing uterine contractions. It works by improving blood flow to the smooth muscles of the uterus. This effect helps to decrease the intensity and frequency of uterine contractions, thereby delaying labor.

You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The common side effects of RITROD 10MG TABLET are increased heart rate, palpitation (feelings of having a fast beating), headache, nervousness, anxiety, nausea, and vomiting. These side effects usually go away without requiring any treatment. However, if these side effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take RITROD 10MG TABLET if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before using RITROD 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, uncontrolled hypertension (high blood pressure), a history of migraine headache, heart or blood vessel disease, any infection, and uncontrolled hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Also, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding. RITROD 10MG TABLET is not intended for use in children and elderly patients. Do not take alcohol while using RITROD 10MG TABLET.

RITROD 10MG TABLET contains ‘Ritodrine’, which is used to prevent premature labor or immature birth. It works by improving blood flow to the smooth muscles of the uterus. It helps suppress uterine contractions, thereby delaying the delivery, decreasing the risk of miscarriage, and preventing immature birth.

• Increased heart rate
• Palpitation (racing heart)
• Headache
• Nervousness
• Anxiety
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision

Inform your doctor right away if your contractions begin or your water breaks. Do not take any medicines, especially over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, unless prescribed by the doctor. Before taking RITROD 10MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, migraine headache, or heart or blood vessel disease. Inform your doctor if you have difficulty breathing, chest pain, or tightness in the chest, as it can be a sign of pulmonary oedema (buildup of fluid in the lungs) or a heart problem. In such cases, the doctor may discontinue therapy temporarily. If you notice difficulty breathing, inform your doctor immediately, as it can signify pulmonary oedema.

Drug-Drug Interactions: RITROD 10MG TABLET may interact with a medicine used to treat high blood pressure and irregular heartbeat (e.g. acebutolol, sotalol, quinidine), antiplatelet drugs (e.g. anagrelide), medications to treat or prevent HIV/AIDS (e.g. saquinavir), antipsychotic drugs (e.g. thioridazine, ziprasidone) and anti-cancer medication (e.g. vandetanib, toremifene).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: RITROD 10MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women with diabetes, high blood pressure (hypertension), migraine headaches, overactive thyroid and heart or blood vessel disease.

• MAGNESIUM SULPHATE
• DIAZOXIDE
• MEPERIDINE
• ATROPINE
• BROMPHENIRAMINE
• PHENTERMINE
• AMPHETAMINE
• ATENOLOL
• NADOLOL
• NEBIVOLOL
• METOPROLOL
• METHACHOLINE

• Follow a healthy diet. Include vegetables, fruits, and whole grains in your meals.
• Stay hydrated; drink plenty of water.
• Cut down on sugars, salts, spicy food, coffee, and alcohol.
• A heating pad can help ease the pain by placing it on the belly or lower back.
• Exercise can help ease the pain of menstrual cramps.
• Avoid stress by performing meditation or yoga.
• Massage your lower back or abdomen to relieve the pain.
• Take proper rest.

• Maternal pulse rate, blood pressure, and fetal heart rate (FHR) should be closely monitored while using RITROD 10MG TABLET.

Premature labor: Premature labor is also called preterm labor when your baby starts getting ready for birth too early in your pregnancy. It starts before 37 weeks of pregnancy. Premature labor can be caused by premature rupture of membranes, high blood pressure during pregnancy (pre-eclampsia), and poor diet. Preterm labor symptoms include leaking fluid or bleeding from the vagina, feeling pressure in the pelvis, and cramps that feel like regular menstrual cramps. Many premature babies need special care and also have long-term mental and physical disabilities.