Dicynone: functions, dosage, side effects, how to use

Use

What is dicynone used for?

Dicynone is a oral medicine in the form of a tablet containing the active ingredient of the drug etamsylate. This drug belongs to the hemostatic group which works by stopping blood flow from the blood vessels in the uterus (uterus).

The main function of dicynone drugs is to treat bleeding that does not occur due to menstruation, severe bleeding caused by spiral contraceptives, or severe bleeding that occurs after surgery.

This medicine is included in the class of prescription drugs, so you can only use it if it is accompanied by a doctor's prescription.

How do I use dicynone?

There are several things you should do while using this drug, including:

• Use this medication as directed by your doctor.
• Even if you think that the dosage of this drug is only having an effect that is not too pronounced or it is too strong, still use the dose as instructed by your doctor. Do not reduce or increase the dose yourself.
• Use this drug by mouth and swallow this drug with the help of a 250 milliliter glass of water. Do not chew or crush the medicine first.
• You may use this medication on an empty stomach. But you should use this medicine when you have finished eating, that way you will not feel nauseous.

How do I store dicynone?

As with other medicines, this medicine should be stored at room temperature. Keep dicynone with humid temperatures and direct light exposure. Avoid storing this drug in the bathroom or frozen in the freezer. Do not put the medication in a place that is easily accessible to children and pets.

If you no longer use it or if the medicine has expired, discard this medicine in the right place. Do not flush it down the drain or in the toilet.

If you do not know how to dispose of it, ask your pharmacist or local waste disposal agency for the correct and safe way to dispose of this medication.

Dose

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

What is the dose of dicynone for adults?

Adult dosage for menorrhagia

500 milligrams (mg) 4 times daily during menstruation

Adult dosage for hemorrhagia after surgery

250-500 mg every 4-6 hours as needed.

Adult dosage for adults before surgery

500 mg one hour before surgery.

What is the dose of dicynone for children?

The dosage for children has not been determined.

In what dosage is dicynone available?

500 mg tablet.

Side effects

What side effects might occur if using dicynone?

Stop using this medicine and contact your doctor immediately or get medical help at the nearest hospital if you experience conditions such as:

• allergic reactions, including skin rashes, difficulty swallowing and breathing, swelling of the lips, face, and throat.
• high fever

There are also side effects that are not too worrying because they will go away on their own, such as:

• headache
• skin infection
• diarrhea
• nausea and vomiting

However, if the symptoms of the above side effects do not go away immediately and they get worse, you may need to contact your doctor immediately.

Warnings & Precautions

What should be known before using dicynone?

Some things you should know before using dicynone are:

• Tell your doctor if you have an allergy to etamsylate or various other medicinal ingredients in dicynone
• Tell your doctor if you have a benign tumor growing in your uterus
• Tell your doctor if you have a rare disease such as porphyria that can affect your metabolism
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.

Is dicynone 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. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

The following references the pregnancy risk categories according to the FDA:

• A = No risk,
• B = not at risk in several studies,
• C = May be risky,
• D = There is positive evidence of risk,
• X = Contraindicated,
• N = Unknown

Meanwhile, for nursing mothers, this drug may come out of breast milk (ASI) and accidentally consumed by your baby.

If you must take this medicine even when you are pregnant or breastfeeding, make sure that you have discussed the benefits and risks of using the drug. To use it, the benefits of use must outweigh the risks that may occur from its use.

Interaction

What medicines can interact with dicynone?

Although certain drugs should not be taken at the same time, in some cases, two different drugs can be used together even if the interaction is possible. If this happens, your doctor may change the dose, or take other precautions if necessary.

However, it is not certain whether there are certain drugs that can interact with dicynone.

What foods and alcohol can interact with dicynone?

Dicynone should not be consumed at mealtimes or when eating certain types of food because interactions may occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco-derived products with certain drugs can also cause interactions. Discuss with your health care professional the use of drugs with food, alcohol, or products derived from tobacco.

What health conditions can interact with dicynone?

The use of drinking drugs has a risk of interactions with any health conditions you have. However, it is not certain what health conditions can interact with these drugs.

Overdose

What should I do in an emergency or overdose?

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

What should I do if I miss a dose?

If you forget a dose of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it turns out that when you are about to take the missed dose, it is time to tell you to take the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your usual dosing schedule.

Do not use multiple doses, because excessive doses do not guarantee that you will recover faster. In fact, multiple doses may increase your risk of side effects from the drug and cause you to overdose. Always consult with your doctor about the dosage of drug use that is right for your health condition.

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