Dr. Keshu Lal Damor MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Eklot is a brand name for ethamsylate. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as a haemostatic drug. Eklot is available in a different dosage form such as tablet and injection. It is mainly used for the treatment of a bleeding disorder. It is also used to treat excess loss of blood during the menstrual cycle or surgery.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Eklot should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Pulmonology

Eklot contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Eklot works by increasing the endothelial resistance and promoting the platelet adhesion. It also prevents the biosynthesis of that prostaglandin which is responsible for platelet disaggregation, vasodilation, and capillary permeability. hence in this way, it prevents the excess loss of blood and works in the bleeding disorder.

Dr. Rajeev Kumar Ranjan MBBS , Pulmonology

Rarely, Eklot causes a headache. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of a headache is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, take a mild painkiller, apply balm and take rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Take Eklot 2 - 3 times a day or as instructed by your doctor. It should be taken with food to avoid gastrointestinal complication. Your doctor will decide the dose and length of treatment, depending on the severity and progression of the disease. Precaution must be taken if you are suffering from bronchial asthma, proven hypersensitivity to sulphites, and acute porphyria.