Description
Etamsylate 250 mg + Tranexamic Acid 250 mg Tablet is an anti-bleeding agent. It is given to treat heavy or prolonged menstrual bleeding, also known as menorrhagia. Menorrhagia refers to the condition when the bleeding during periods becomes so heavy that it interferes with daily activities, necessitates the changing of pads or tampons frequently, lasts for more than a week and can lead to weakness, fatigue, or shortness of breath. This medicine also works to inhibit excessive bleeding that occurs following surgery and helps to control abnormal blood clot breakup in the body.
Etamsylate 250 mg + Tranexamic Acid 250 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines. Tranexamic Acid operates by slowing down the breakdown of blood clots and Etamsylate improves the function of platelets to form clots and stop bleeding. Together they arrest abnormal bleeding effectively.
Medical Benefits
- Tranexamic acid functions by moderating the dissolution of blood clots in the body. It inhibits the release and activity of plasmin, an enzyme responsible for the dissolution of clots within the blood.
- Etamsylate increases platelet adhesiveness and helps in the formation of blood clots.
- It inhibits the action of chemical substances that cause the breakdown of platelets. This effect helps to slow down the abnormal bleeding.
Directions For Use
- Take the Etamsylate 250 mg + Tranexamic Acid 250 mg Tablet as indicated by your doctor.
- To minimize any impact on the stomach, take the pill with food.
- Avoid chewing and crushing the composition.
Storage
- Never place it in an area where children can get hold of it to prevent anything unfortunate.
- Keep it in a cool place, where the tablets are in sealed containers and protected from heat or light on a shelf.
- Etamsylate + Tranexamic Acid Tablet should be closed after use to maintain the quality of supplements.
Precautions
- This drug may interfere with other drugs such as birth control pills, fibrinolytic agents like streptokinase and urokinase, antipsychotics including chlorpromazine, antineoplastics for cancer of the blood like tretinoin and progestins like levonorgestrel.
- Do not consume this medicine if you have a history of thrombosis (blood clots), disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), seizures, liver disease, or kidney failure.
- Do not take alcohol with Etamsylate + Tranexamic Acid Tablet as it may lead to side effects.
- Although classified under Category B medicines and typically safe for the fetus, such drugs should only be prescribed by a doctor during pregnancy to prevent potential risks.
- This medicine may pass into breast milk in small amounts and should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers under medical supervision.
Side Effects
- Fever
- Rash
- Chills
- Pale skin
- Dizziness
- Headache
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does this medicine affect fertility?
This drug may not have any impact on your fertility. Take this medicine only to stop abnormal bleeding during heavy periods. But if you experience any side effects while taking this drug, report to your doctor as soon as possible.
Can I take this tablet for menorrhagia?
Yes, this drug can be taken for menorrhagia (heavy bleeding during periods).
How does this formulation arrest the bleeding?
It prevents the action of chemical agents that cause the degradation of platelets. These effects reduce abnormal bleeding.
Can this drug induce diarrhoea?
It can cause diarrhoea as an adverse reaction. Drink plenty of fluids and take non-spicy food if you have diarrhoea. Inform your doctor if diarrhoea persists or worsens.
Can I take oral contraceptives with this medication?
Consult the doctor before using this medicine with oral contraceptives, including the patch, vaginal ring, or an intrauterine device (IUD), as it can increase the risk of deep vein thrombosis (a condition in which a blood clot is forms in the deeper vein, mostly legs).
