Etharen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Bleeding. Other than this, Etharen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etharen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Etharen include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etharen as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Etharen normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Etharen is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Etharen has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etharen related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Etharen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Etharen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Etharen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Etharen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Etharen safe for pregnant women?
Etharen can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Etharen safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Etharen may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Etharen should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Etharen on the Kidneys?
Etharen rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Etharen on the Liver?
Etharen can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etharen on the Heart?
Side effects of Etharen rarely affect the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etharen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etharen habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Etharen.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Etharen does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etharen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etharen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etharen
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Etharen, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etharen
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Etharen and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Etharen should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, in a few cases oral Etharen may cause abdominal pain. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of abdominal pain is unknown. If you are experiencing abdominal pain after taking this drug then you are advised to take a mild painkiller such as paracetamol and mefenamic acid.
Rarely, Etharen 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.
No, Etharen is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Etharen is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed at regular doses such as nausea, abdominal pain, and rashes. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above side effects.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 616