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Medostat Information

Medostat, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Bleeding are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Medostat have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Medostat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Medostat include Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Rash. Some other side effects of Medostat have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Medostat are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Medostat is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Medostat has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Medostat related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Medostat are listed in the contraindications section below.

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

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

Medostat Benefits & Uses
Medostat Dosage & How to Take
Medostat Side Effects
Medostat Related Warnings
Medostat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Medostat
Medostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Medostat Benefits & Uses

Medostat is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Bleeding

Other Benefits

Blood in Urine

Medostat 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bleeding Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Medostat Related Warnings

Is the use of Medostat safe for pregnant women?

Medostat can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Medostat safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Medostat may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Medostat should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Medostat on the Kidneys?

Medostat rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Medostat on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Medostat on the Heart?

Medostat may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Medostat Contraindications

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

Porphyria
Uterine Fibroids
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Medostat

Is this Medostat habit forming or addictive?

Medostat does not cause addiction.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Medostat 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?

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

No

Medostat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Medostat

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Medostat, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Medostat

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Medostat with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Medostat

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Medostat on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Medostat?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Take Medostat 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.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Medostat work?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Medostat contains ethamsylate. It is presumed that Medostat 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Medostat?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Take Medostat as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Medostat cause abdominal pain?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, in a few cases oral Medostat 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.