Ethafy
Ethafy Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Trade Name | Ethafy |
Generic | Etamsylate |
Etamsylate Other Names | Etamsylate, Ethamsylate |
Weight | 500mg, |
Type | Injection, Tablet |
Formula | C10H17NO5S |
Weight | Average: 263.31 Monoisotopic: 263.082743825 |
Groups | Experimental |
Therapeutic Class | |
Manufacturer | Sanify Healthcare |
Available Country | India |
Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Ethafy is a hemostatic agent that acts by restoring capillary resistance and improving platelet adhesion.
Ethafy is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Hemorrhage
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FAQ
What is Ethafy used for?
Ethafy is used in the treatment of bleeding. It is used to prevent or reduce bleeding in conditions like abnormal blood loss during periods and dysfunctional uterine bleeding. It also prevents or reduces bleeding during, before or after delicate surgeries.
How safe is Ethafy?
Ethafy is safe for you when used after informing your doctor about any disorders such as kidney disease, heart disease, etc.
How does Ethafy work?
Ethafy works by increasing the ability of platelets to stick together and form blood clots. It also helps control bleeding from tiny blood vessels.
What are the common side effects of Ethafy?
Common side effects of Ethafy are include:
- nausea
- diarrhea
- stomach pain or discomfort
- vomiting
- chills
- fever
- severe headache (throbbing)
- back or joint pain
- muscle pain
- muscle stiffness
- difficulty moving
- runny or stuffy nose
Is Ethafy safe during pregnancy?
Ethafy is not recommended for use in pregnant women as no information is available about the safety of this medicine.
Is Ethafy safe during breastfeeding?
Ethafy is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as no information is available about the safety of this medicine.
Can I drink alcohol with Ethafy?
Do not drink alcohol while taking Ethafy.
When should be taken of Ethafy?
Take this Ethafy by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor.
How many time can I take Ethafy daily?
For adults the usual dose is 2 or 3 tablets, taken 3 times a day.
How long does Ethafy take to work?
Ethafy shows its effect is 8 hours after taking it orally. This medicine may stay up to 3 days in your body.
How long does Ethafy take to work?
Ethafy is about 90% at 24 hours after intravenous administration of 10 mg/kg.
How long can I take Ethafy?
Do not take Ethafy for more than 5 days in a row. Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Do not take more than 3 doses (6 tablets) in 24 hours.
How is Ethafy given?
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.
How does Ethafy work?
Ethafy should be avoided if you have medical conditions like porphyria (a rare genetic disorder of the blood characterized by a defect in the synthesis of haemoglobin), fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus), etc.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention. Overdose symptoms may include headache, confusion, vision problems, vomiting, diarrhea, numbness or weakness, problems with speech or balance, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
What happens if I miss a dose?
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.
Is ethamsylate and Ethafy same?
Ethafy (sometimes spelled ethamsylate) is an antihemorrhagic agent which is believed to work by increasing resistance in the endothelium of capillaries and promoting platelet adhesion.
Can Ethafy stop periods?
Ethafy did not reduce mean menstrual blood loss whereas mefenamic acid reduced blood loss by 20% (mean blood loss 186 ml before treatment, 148 ml during treatment) and tranexamic acid reduced blood loss by 54% (mean blood loss 164 ml before treatment, 75 ml during treatment).