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Dicynene 500 MG Tablet

Manufactured byDr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsEthamsylate
Description
Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is a medicine that contains Ethamsylate. It is used to prevent or control abnormal bleeding in conditions like periods and dysfunctional uterine bleeding (any bleeding from the vagina that varies from a woman's normal menstrual cycle). It may also be used to prevent or reduce bleeding before, during or after delicate surgeries. Dicynene 500 MG Tablet normalizes the blood vessel walls and increases platelet count at the bleeding site. It acts by increasing the ability of platelets to stick together and helps in the formation of blood clots. Dicynene 500 MG Tablet may cause side effects like skin rash, vomiting, nausea, headache and redness. Usually, these side effects get resolved with time. However, consult your doctor if any of these effects persist for a long time or worsen. Avoid using it if you are having medical conditions like porphyria (a rare disorder that mainly affects your skin or nervous system), fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus), etc. Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is a prescription medication. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on your condition and how you respond to it. You will be monitored carefully to check whether this medicine causes any allergic reaction. Dicynene 500 MG Tablet can interact with other medical conditions and any medication you may be taking. To ensure that this injection is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney problems if any and also about other medicines that you may be taking. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor may monitor your clotting or bleeding time for safety aspects.
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List of substitutes for Dicynene 500 MG Tablet

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dicynene 500 MG Tablet

  • Severe allergic reaction
  • High fever
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Nausea

Uses of Dicynene 500 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Menorrhagia
  • Post operative hemorrhage
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time taken for Dicynene 500 MG Tablet to show its effect is not known
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Dicynene 500 MG Tablet remains effective in the body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported for Dicynene 500 MG Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Dicynene 500 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Porphyria

Porphyria is a disorder occurring due to the accumulation of red blood cell proteins. Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended to use if you have such a condition.

Fibroids

Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in women who have fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus).
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Dicynene 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Fever

Dicynene 500 MG Tablet may cause an increase in body temperature. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience a high fever. Your doctor may adjust the dose or switch you to another alternative based on your medical condition.

Other medicines

Dicynene 500 MG Tablet may interact with other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all the medicines that you may be using, before taking this medicine.

Use in menorrhagia

The use of Dicynene 500 MG Tablet to control excessive menstrual bleeding should start only during menstruation.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a dose of Dicynene 500 MG Tablet, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses at a time to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor immediately if there is an overdose with Dicynene 500 MG Tablet. Symptoms of overdose may include a severe headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and rashes on the skin.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Dicynene 500 MG Tablet with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or fewer doses than prescribed. Start eating a small portion of meals and avoid spicy rich food. If you get diarrhoea while taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated. Do not crush, break or chew Dicynene 500 MG Tablet in the mouth. Take the tablet immediately after peeling it from the strip. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Besides taking Dicynene 500 MG Tablet, you can use a heating pad to get relief during periods. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine. Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused or expired medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Dicynene 500 MG Tablet acts by stabilizing the walls of the capillaries, increasing platelet aggregation to form clots. Thus it controls bleeding.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Hemostatics

Schedule

Schedule H

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