Ethacridine Medication Information

Get detailed information on Ethacridine, 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 Ethacridine provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Ethacridine

Pronunciation : E-tha-cri-dine

Therapeutic Classification : Abortifacient, Cervical Ripening Agents

Trade Names/Brand Names of Ethacridine

India :

Vecredil (100ml)

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Overview of Ethacridine

• Ethacridine is used for second-trimester abortion and is also used as an antiseptic.

Why is Ethacridine Prescribed? (Indications)

Ethacridine is used for second-trimester abortion between the thirteenth and the twentieth week of gestation.
The abortion usually occurs between 20 and 40 hours after instillation of the drug. It is sometimes combined with a prostaglandin or oxytocin for a quicker effect.

It is also used locally as an antiseptic on open or infected wounds.

When should Ethacridine not be taken? (Contraindications)

• Ethacridine is contraindicated if the patient is allergic to the drug.
• It should also not to be used in pregnant women for purposes other than abortion.

What is the dosage of Ethacridine?

For abortion: 10 ml of 0.1% ethacridine /gestational week up to a maximum of 150 ml.

For infection: 2% of powder and ointment, or 5% of paste for local application.

How should Ethacridine be taken?

For abortion: Ethacridine should be slowly instilled with a Foley catheter in the uterus outside the fetal membranes. The catheter is then clamped and left in position.
For infection: Ethacridine should be applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day