Hemsyl 500mg Tablet (Ethamsylate 500mg)

Hemsyl 500mg Tablet

Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is a medicine that contains Ethamsylate. It is used to prevent or control abnormal bleeding in conditions like periods and dysfunctional uterine bleeding (any bleeding from the vagina that varies from a woman’s normal menstrual cycle). It may also be used to prevent or reduce bleeding before, during or after delicate surgeries.

Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet normalizes the blood vessel walls and increases platelet count at the bleeding site. It acts by increasing the ability of platelets to stick together and helps in the formation of blood clots.

Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet may cause side effects like skin rash, vomiting, nausea, headache and redness. Usually, these side effects get resolved with time. However, consult your doctor if any of these effects persist for a long time or worsen. Avoid using it if you are having medical conditions like porphyria (a rare disorder that mainly affects your skin or nervous system), fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus), etc.

Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is a prescription medication. It can be taken with or without food. Your doctor will decide the dose of this medicine based on your condition and how you respond to it. You will be monitored carefully to check whether this medicine causes any allergic reaction.

Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet can interact with other medical conditions and any medication you may be taking. To ensure that this injection is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have heart, liver or kidney problems if any and also about other medicines that you may be taking. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Your doctor may monitor your clotting or bleeding time for safety aspects.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet
Emsyl (Intas) 500 mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Ethamcip 500 MG Tablet
Cipla Ltd.
Ethawk 500 MG Tablet
Wockhardt Ltd.
Sylate 500 MG Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Sylate Cvp 500 MG Tablet
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet
Severe allergic reaction
High fever
Headache
Diarrhoea
Skin rash
Decreased blood pressure
Nausea

Uses of Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Menorrhagia
Menorrhagia is the medical term for menstruation (periods) with heavy or prolonged bleeding. Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is used to control heavy bleeding during periods.
Post operative hemorrhage
Postoperative haemorrhage is excessive internal bleeding after surgery. Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is used to prevent or treat excessive internal bleeding after a surgical procedure.

Related Products

List of related products
Hemsyl 125 MG Injection
Hemsyl 250 MG Tablet

When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Porphyria
Porphyria is a disorder occurring due to the accumulation of red blood cell proteins. Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is not recommended to use if you have such a condition.
Fibroids
Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in women who have fibroids (abnormal growth in the uterus).

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding as no information is available about the safety of this medicine. Hence, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Fever
Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet may cause an increase in body temperature. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience a high fever. Your doctor may adjust the dose or switch you to another alternative based on your medical condition.
Other medicines
Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet may interact with other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all the medicines that you may be using, before taking this medicine.
Use in menorrhagia
The use of Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet to control excessive menstrual bleeding should start only during menstruation.

Dosage

Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses at a time to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor immediately if there is an overdose with Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet. Symptoms of overdose may include a severe headache, nausea, diarrhoea, and rashes on the skin.

General Instructions

Take Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or fewer doses than prescribed.

Start eating a small portion of meals and avoid spicy rich food. If you get diarrhoea while taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately. Drink plenty of water to keep your body hydrated.

Do not crush, break or chew Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet in the mouth. Take the tablet immediately after peeling it from the strip.

Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Besides taking Hemsyl 500 MG Tablet, you can use a heating pad to get relief during periods. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.

Keep away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused or expired medicine is disposed of properly.