Coastat 100 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Coastat Information

Coastat is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bleeding. The alternative uses of Coastat have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Coastat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Coastat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Coastat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Coastat's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Coastat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Coastat related warnings section.

Coastat is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy are examples of such conditions.

Additionally, Coastat may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Coastat is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Coastat Benefits & Uses
Coastat Dosage & How to Take
Coastat Side Effects
Coastat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Coastat with Other Drugs
Coastat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Coastat
Coastat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Coastat Benefits & Uses

Coastat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bleeding

Other Benefits

Coastat Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bleeding Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bleeding Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bleeding Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bleeding Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Coastat Related Warnings

Is the use of Coastat safe for pregnant women?

Coastat may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Coastat again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Coastat safe during breastfeeding?

Coastat does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Coastat on the Kidneys?

Coastat may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Coastat on the Liver?

Coastat has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Coastat on the Heart?

Coastat can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Coastat with Other Drugs

Coastat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alteplase

Conjugated Estrogens

Medroxyprogesterone

Estradiol

Drospirenone

Norethindrone

Moderate

Folic Acid

Coastat Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coastat unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Blood Cancer
Colour Blindness
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Coastat

Is this Coastat habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Coastat is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Coastat does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Coastat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Coastat for mental disorders.

No

Coastat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Coastat

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Coastat and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Coastat

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Coastat.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Coastat

Question about 5 years ago

Is Coastat available over the counter?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Coastat is not available over the counter. It is available as a prescription drug only.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Coastat stop bleeding?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Coastat doesn't stop bleeding. It is used to reduce bleeding. During bleeding, clots are formed. Coastat prevents these clots from dissolving and this reduces bleeding.

Question about 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Coastat?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, it is safe to take Coastat for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. In some people, however, it may cause some side effects like chest pain, muscle, joint or bone pain. rash, and shortness of breath Please inform your doctor if you suffer from any of these side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Coastat?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Coastat is the brand name for tranexamic acid. It belongs to class drugs known as antifibrinolytics. It is available in the form of injection and tablets. It is used to prevent or reduce hemorrhage in patients struggling with hemophilia, to lessen the need for a replacement therapy during and after a tooth extraction procedure, and for managing excessive bleeding during surgery, trauma and menstruation.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Coastat cause constipation?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

No, Coastat does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods and drink plenty of water to avoid constipation.