Carbazochrome: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use it

Carbazochrome What medicine?

What is Carbazochrome for?

Carbazochrome is a drug that works to stop excessive bleeding during surgical procedures, treatment of hemorrhoids and thrombocytopenic purpura, which is a disease in the blood that causes purplish and reddish patches on the skin. In addition, this medication can also stop blood flow or bleeding from an open wound.

According to MIMS, this drug is classified as a hemostatic class drug. Carbazochrome works by triggering platelets in the blood to form a blockage and close the wound, so that bleeding in the wound stops.

The dosages and side effects of carbazochrome are detailed below.

How to use this drug?

Follow the medication rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. Always read the instructions for using drugs before using this medicine.

Read carefully the instructions for use on the packaging or prescription label. Do not use this medication for more than the recommended dose, for less, for longer than recommended.

If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store this drug?

This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it.

Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.

Do not flush carbozochrome down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when the drug has expired or when it is no longer needed.

Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal agency about how to safely dispose of your medicine.

Carbazochrome dosage

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment with carbazochrome.

What is the carbazochrome dosage for adults?

For adults, the dosages for using carbazochrome drugs are as follows:

Oral

• As a hemostatic: 10-30 mg 3 times a day

Injection

• As a hemostatic: 10 mg per day using SC / IM injection. Additionally, 25 - 100 mg per day using IV injection or infusion

What is the carbazochrome dosage for children?

There is no provision for the dosage of this drug for children. This medicine can be dangerous for children.

It is important to understand the safety of drugs before use. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

In what dosage is this drug available?

The available dosages of carbazochrome drugs are:

• Tablet, oral: 30 mg
• Solution, injection: 25 mg / 5ml

Carbazochrome side effects

What side effects can be experienced due to carbazochrome?

Some medications may have unwanted side effects.

However, not everyone will experience side effects due to the treatment being carried out. The severity and symptoms of side effects that appear may vary from person to person.

If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

The most common side effects of using the carbazochrome drug are:

• disorders of the digestive tract
• nausea and vomiting
• sometimes loss of appetite

Do not rule out this drug can trigger an allergic reaction. Immediately stop using this drug and contact your doctor if there is a severe allergic reaction (anaphylactic), with symptoms such as:

• swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue
• skin rash
• itchy rash
• difficulty breathing

Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Carbazochrome Drug Warnings and Cautions

What should be known before using carbazochrome?

You need to pay attention to several things before using carbazochrome drugs. The following conditions must be considered:

• Tell your doctor about any medications you are currently using, whether prescription, non-prescription, supplements, or herbal medicines.
• Tell your doctor about any illnesses or other health conditions you are currently suffering from.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of allergies to carbazochrome or any of the ingredients in this medicine.
• This drug has not been tested for safety in children. Before giving carbazochrome to children, consult a doctor first.

Is this drug safe for pregnant and lactating women?

There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women.

Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication.

Carbazochrome Drug Interactions

What drugs may interact with Carbazochrome?

Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this article.

Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.

Can food or alcohol interact with Carbazochrome?

Certain drugs should not be used when eating certain foods because drug-food interactions can occur.

Smoking tobacco or consuming alcohol with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur.

Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your doctor, medical team, or pharmacist.

What health conditions can interact with Carbazochrome?

Your health condition can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems.

Carbazochrome overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (118 or 119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.

Here are the symptoms of an overdose that you need to be aware of:

• nausea
• throws up
• dizzy
• lost balance
• numbness and tingling
• convulsions

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.