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Ethamsylate Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bleeding. The alternative uses of Ethamsylate Tablet have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Ethamsylate Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Ethamsylate Tablet include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Some other side effects of Ethamsylate Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Ethamsylate Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ethamsylate Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Ethamsylate Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ethamsylate Tablet related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Ethamsylate Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Ethamsylate Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ethamsylate Tablet, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Ethamsylate 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ethamsylate Tablet is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ethamsylate Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Ethamsylate should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Ethamsylate Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Ethamsylate may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ethamsylate Tablet on the Kidneys?
Ethamsylate rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ethamsylate Tablet on the Liver?
Ethamsylate 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 Ethamsylate Tablet on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ethamsylate on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ethamsylate Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ethamsylate Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ethamsylate Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Ethamsylate Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ethamsylate Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Ethamsylate Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ethamsylate Tablet
There is no information on the effects of taking Ethamsylate Tablet with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ethamsylate Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ethamsylate Tablet with alcohol will be.
Yes, in a few cases oral Ethamsylate 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.
Ethamsylate is a brand name for ethamsylate. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as a haemostatic drug. Ethamsylate 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 Ethamsylate 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.
No, Ethamsylate should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Ethamsylate contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Ethamsylate 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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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 616