STERSYL 250 Injection 2ml
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Introduction About STERSYL 250 INJECTION
STERSYL 250 INJECTION contains Ethamsylate, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihemorrhagic drugs. It is used to manage bleeding from the blood vessels and to manage bleeding before or after an operation.
Ethamsylate exerts hemostatic action by improving platelet adhesiveness and restoring capillary (blood vessels) resistance. It decreases bleeding time and increases platelet clumping which reduces capillary bleeding and improves capillary wall stability. Before the management, your doctor might want to do certain blood tests to understand your existing condition.
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use if you have porphyria (defect in the synthesis of haemoglobin) or bronchial asthma. Before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION inform your doctor if you have hypotension or unstable blood pressure. STERSYL 250 INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual effects while receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION.
Uses Of STERSYL 250 INJECTION
- Prevents and manages bleeding from the blood vessels
- Prevent bleeding before or after an operation
How STERSYL 250 INJECTION Works
STERSYL 250 INJECTION exerts hemostatic action by improving platelet adhesiveness and restoring capillary (blood vessels) resistance. It decreases bleeding time and increases platelet clumping which reduces capillary bleeding and improves capillary wall stability. It inhibits PGI-2 synthesis and corrects abnormal platelet function.
How to use STERSYL 250 INJECTION
STERSYL 250 INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the muscles (intramuscularly) or the veins (intravenously). Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
STERSYL 250 INJECTION should be used with caution in pregnant women or if you are planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Breastfeeding
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it is unknown if the medicine is excreted in breast milk. Consult your doctor before receiving it.
Allergy
Do not receive STERSYL 250 INJECTION if you are allergic to Ethamsylate or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Lungs
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION.
Heart Disease
STERSYL 250 INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with hypotension and unstable blood pressure. Consult your doctor before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION.
Others
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use if you:
- have porphyria (defect in the synthesis of haemoglobin)
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription, nonprescription or herbal medicines.
Overdosage:
STERSYL 250 INJECTION will be administered to you only by a doctor or a nurse in a hospital, so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, consult your doctor or nurse if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Ethamsylate |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Antihemorrhagic agent |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Bleeding from blood vessels, perioperative bleeding |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Injection |
More Information
- Keep STERSYL 250 INJECTION out of reach from children
- Store below 30°C
FAQs About STERSYL 250 INJECTION
What is STERSYL 250 INJECTION used for?
STERSYL 250 INJECTION contains Ethamsylate which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihemorrhagic drugs. It is used to manage bleeding from the blood vessels and to manage bleeding before or after an operation.
Can STERSYL 250 INJECTION be received by pregnant or breastfeeding women?
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. And it should be used with caution in pregnant women or women planning to have a baby. Consult your doctor before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION.
How STERSYL 250 INJECTION works?
It exerts hemostatic action by improving platelet adhesiveness and restoring capillary (blood vessels) resistance. It decreases bleeding time and increases platelet clumping which reduces capillary bleeding and improves capillary wall stability. It inhibits PGI-2 synthesis and corrects abnormal platelet function.
When is STERSYL 250 INJECTION contraindicated?
STERSYL 250 INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with hypersensitivity to this medicine, porphyria (defect in the synthesis of haemoglobin) and bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor for more information.
Can STERSYL 250 INJECTION be used in patients with heart problems?
STERSYL 250 INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with hypotension and unstable blood pressure. Consult your doctor for more information on duration and dosage before receiving STERSYL 250 INJECTION.
References
1. KD Tripathi. Drugs Affecting Coagulation, Bleeding and Thrombosis. Essentials of medical pharmacology. Eighth Edition. 2019. Page –662.
2. Ricardo P Garay, Carlo Chiavaroli, Patrick Hannaert. Article name. Therapeutic efficacy and mechanism of action of ethamsylate, a long-standing hemostatic agent. National library of medicine, National center for biotechnology information. Pubmed.gov 2006 [Accessed on 9th July 2022] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16772766/
3. M.E.IMorgan I.W.TBenson JBenson R.W.I Cooke. Ethamsylate reduces the incidence of periventricular haemorrhage in very low birthweight babies. The lancet 1981. [Accessed on 9th July 2022] https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S014067368191103X
4. Ethamsylate. CIMS. [Accessed on 9th July 2022] https://www.mims.com/india/drug/info/etamsylate?type=full&mtype=generic
Useful Diagnostic Tests
- Blood tests
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