Cetham is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bleeding. Cetham also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cetham depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Cetham also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Some other side effects of Cetham have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cetham 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cetham is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Cetham's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cetham related warnings section.
The section on Cetham contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Cetham may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cetham is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Cetham 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cetham is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cetham safe for pregnant women?
Cetham has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cetham without medical advice.
Is the use of Cetham safe during breastfeeding?
Cetham should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cetham on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cetham on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cetham on the Liver?
Cetham can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Cetham on the Heart?
Cetham is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cetham unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cetham habit forming or addictive?
Cetham does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cetham as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cetham should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Cetham is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cetham
There is no information on the effects of taking Cetham with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cetham
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cetham and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Cetham is a brand name for ethamsylate. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as a haemostatic drug. Cetham 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.
No, Cetham should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Cetham 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.
Yes, in a few cases oral Cetham 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.
Cetham contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Cetham 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.
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