Hamostat Information

Hamostat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Blood Clotting Disorders.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hamostat. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Hamostat side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Hamostat go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Hamostat's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hamostat's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Hamostat since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Hamostat contraindications section.

Additionally, Hamostat may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Hamostat is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Hamostat Benefits & Uses

Hamostat is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Megaloblastic Anemia

Hamostat 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: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Blood Clotting Disorders Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Hamostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Hamostat safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Hamostat for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Hamostat safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Hamostat for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Hamostat on the Kidneys?

Hamostat 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 Hamostat on the Liver?

Hamostat has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hamostat on the Heart?

Hamostat may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Hamostat with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Tretinoin

Moderate

Alteplase

Streptokinase

Hamostat Contraindications

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

Hemophilia
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Hamostat

Is this Hamostat habit forming or addictive?

Hamostat is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Hamostat can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Hamostat only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Hamostat in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Hamostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hamostat

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Hamostat together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Hamostat

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

Unknown