Rutinoscorbin during pregnancy

Rutinoscorbin-what is it?

Rutinoscorbin is a popular over-the-counter drug. It contains ascorbic acid, or vitamin C  (in a dose of 100 mg) and rutin (rutoside)-in a dose of 25 mg. Besides, the tablet also contains excipients such as lactose monohydrate, sucrose and quinoline yellow.

The action of Rutinoscorbin is described as strengthening blood vessels and increasing their permeability. In addition, it increases the absorption of vitamin C, which is necessary for metabolic processes such as iron absorption.

The prophylactic dosage of Rutinoscorbin is 1 to 2 tablets per day. In states of vitamin C deficiency, up to 2 tablets can be taken 4 times a day.

Rutinoscorbin-when to use?

According to the summary of product characteristics (SmPC), the indications for Rutinoscorbin are:

• Ascorbic acid (vitamin C) deficiencies,
• Increased demand for ascorbic acid in the course of, for example, a cold or viral infections,
• Excessive vascular permeability.

Rutinoscorbin is most often reached for cold symptoms or flu-like symptoms such as, among others. A runny nose and a sore throat. It is a drug that is mainly used as an auxiliary along with symptomatic medications – analgesics or antipyretics.

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Rutinoscorbin during pregnancy

As with most drugs, the safety of Rutinoscorbin during pregnancy has not been determined. However, the available clinical data do not indicate that there is a significant risk to child development. Given the lack of clinical studies on the use of Rutinoscorbin in pregnancy, it is advisable, as with other medications, to consult your doctor first. According to the manufacturer’s information, vitamin C given in excessive amounts during pregnancy can lead to symptoms of vitamin C deficiency in newborns (known as neonatal scurvy).

Besides, taking Rutinoscorbin during pregnancy can increase iron absorption. Caution should be exercised by mothers-to-be taking acetylsalicylic acid during pregnancy, for example, for the prevention of hypertension and pre-eclampsia, as vitamin C may exacerbate the side effects of acetylsalicylic acid related to its effects on the gastric mucosa.

Rutinoscrobin is not recommended in case of hypersensitivity to rutoside or ascrobic acid, as well as to excipients (including lactose). In addition, special care should be taken by pregnant women with renal impairment. Interestingly, vitamin C can also be the cause of a false-positive urine glucose test or a false-negative fecal occult blood test.