Ethamsylate
Molecule Description
Ethamsylate is used to treat excessive blood loss during menstruation. It is al
so used to prevent brain haemorrhage in newly born babies and to treat small vessel haemorrhages. This medicine prevents and treats bleeding from the small vessels. It reduces bleeding time and blood loss. Ethamsylate is available in the form of tablet, injection. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting ethamsylate.
Uses of Ethamsylate
- Ethamsylate is used in the treatment of small vessel haemorrhage and spotting or excessive blood loss during periods.
- It is also used in preventing brain haemorrhage in newly born babies
Contraindications of Ethamsylate
When should one not use Ethamsylate
- If you are allergic to ethamsylate or similar medicines
- If you are breastfeeding
- You have an autoimmune disorder of the skin called porphyria
- If you have bronchial asthma
Side effects of Ethamsylate
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain/discomfort
- Skin rash
- Weakness
- Injection site reactions
Precautions and Warnings of Ethamsylate
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take ethamsylate during pregnancy?
A:
Ethamsylate should be avoided during pregnancy as there is limited safety information is available. Consult your doctor before using it.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take ethamsylate while breastfeeding?
A:
Ethamsylate is not recommended while breastfeeding as there is limited safety information is available. Consult your doctor before using it.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed ethamsylate?
A:
Use of ethamsylate may not affect your driving ability.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with ethamsylate?
A:
There are no known interaction of alcohol along with ethamsylate.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding
- You have low or unstable blood pressure
Mode of Action of Ethamsylate
How Does It Work?
Ethamsylate works by inducing the coagulation of blood by making the platelets stick together, thus helping in controlling bleeding from blood vessels.
Interactions of Ethamsylate
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way ethamsylate works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
Dosage of Ethamsylate
Overdose
Seek urgent medical help if you suspect an overdose.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed any dose of ethamsylate, then take it as soon as you remember. If it is already time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What are the side effects of using ethamsylate?
A: You may experience headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain or discomfort, weakness, skin rashes, injection site reactions after using ethamsylate.
Q: How does ethamsylate work?
A: Ethamsylate works by inducing the coagulation of blood by making the platelets stick together, thus helping in controlling bleeding from blood vessels.
References
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- Etamsylate [Internet]. Mri.cts-mrp.eu. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
- Etamsylate: Indication, Dosage, Contraindications, Side Effect, Precaution, Adverse Reactions, Action, Storage | CIMS India [Internet]. Mims.com. 2021 [cited 13 October 2021]
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