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Ethamo 250 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bleeding. Ethamo 250 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ethamo 250 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ethamo 250 Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ethamo 250 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ethamo 250 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Ethamo 250 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ethamo 250 Tablet related warnings talks about Ethamo 250 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Ethamo 250 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Ethamo 250 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ethamo 250 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Ethamo 250 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Ethamo 250 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ethamo. If you are pregnant, do not take Ethamo without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ethamo 250 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ethamo may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ethamo should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ethamo 250 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ethamo may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ethamo 250 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ethamo. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ethamo 250 Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Ethamo rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ethamo 250 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ethamo 250 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Ethamo 250 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ethamo 250 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ethamo 250 Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ethamo 250 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ethamo 250 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ethamo 250 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethamo 250 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Ethamo 250 Tablet with alcohol.
Ethamo contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Ethamo works by increasing the endothelial resistance and promoting the platelet adhesion. It also prevents the biosynthesis of that prostaglandin which is responsible for platelet disaggregation, vasodilation, and capillary permeability. hence in this way, it prevents the excess loss of blood and works in the bleeding disorder.
No, Ethamo is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Rarely, Ethamo causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, in a few cases oral Ethamo may cause abdominal pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol and mefenamic acid.
Ethamo is a brand name for ethamsylate. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as a haemostatic drug. Ethamo is available in a different dosage form such as tablet and injection. It is mainly used for the treatment of a bleeding disorder. It is also used to treat excess loss of blood during the menstrual cycle or surgery.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 616