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Fixoheam 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bleeding. Fixoheam 500 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Fixoheam 500 Tablet 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Fixoheam 500 Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fixoheam 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fixoheam 500 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Fixoheam 500 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Fixoheam 500 Tablet related warnings talks about Fixoheam 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Fixoheam 500 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Fixoheam 500 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fixoheam 500 Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Fixoheam 500 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Fixoheam 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Fixoheam has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Fixoheam without medical advice.
Is the use of Fixoheam 500 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Fixoheam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Fixoheam 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Fixoheam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Fixoheam 500 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Fixoheam. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Fixoheam 500 Tablet on the Heart?
Fixoheam is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fixoheam 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fixoheam 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Fixoheam 500 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Fixoheam 500 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fixoheam 500 Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fixoheam 500 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fixoheam 500 Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Fixoheam 500 Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fixoheam 500 Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fixoheam 500 Tablet with alcohol will be.
Fixoheam contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Fixoheam 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.
Fixoheam is a brand name for ethamsylate. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as a haemostatic drug. Fixoheam 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.
Take Fixoheam as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
Yes, in a few cases oral Fixoheam 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.
Take Fixoheam 2 - 3 times a day or as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid gastrointestinal complication. Your doctor will decide the dose and length of treatment, depending on the severity and progression of the disease. Precaution must be taken if you are suffering from bronchial asthma, proven hypersensitivity to sulphites, and acute porphyria.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 616
