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Etamsylate - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Etamsylate Medication Information

Get detailed information on Etamsylate, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Etamsylate provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

You'll also find brand names used in india and internationally, along with pricing details. For further clarification, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Etamsylate
Therapeutic Classification : Hemostatic Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Etamsylate

India :

International :


Alstat, Cyclonamine, Dicinone, Dicynene, Dicynone, Eselin, Etamsilat, Etamsylatum, Etamzilats, Ethasyl, Hemo 141, Hémoced, Hemsyl, Impedil, Lizhining, OM-Dicynone, Quercetol, Stadmed Ethacid, Wincynon.

Why is Etamsylate Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a haemostatic agent, prescribed for the management of blood loss in menorrhagia, and after surgery. It reduces bleeding from very small blood vessels (capillaries).

When should Etamsylate not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity and porphyria (a blood disorder).

What is the dosage of Etamsylate?

Adult: PO- Menorrhagia- The recommended dose is 500 mg 4 times/day during menstruation. Control of hemorrhage after surgery- The recommended dose is 250-500 mg 4-6 hourly as needed.

How should Etamsylate be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.
It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Etamsylate?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of coeliac disease, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Etamsylate?

Headache, skin rash, nausea, and low blood pressure.

What are the other precautions for Etamsylate?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Etamsylate?

Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.

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