Tablets "Ditsinon": use for uterine bleeding and reviews of the results

Dicynone is a hemostatic drug that has been used for quite a long time to stop bleeding, an ambulance for bleeding of various types and origins.

The drug is presented both in tablet format and in solution for injection and the active ingredient in it is ethamsylate.

The very effect of the active substance of the drug is aimed at:

1. Increases blood clotting and blood clot formation by stimulating bone marrow functions in the body.
2. Due to the formed blood clots, it gives a hemostatic effect.
3. Strengthens the walls of blood vessels and their elasticity, helps normalize the circulation of fluid between tissues and vessels.

All this makes it possible to use the drug during periods when there are heavy menstruation.

Release form

The product itself is available in 2 formats:

1. In tablet format - they are taken orally and absorbed in the stomach, they begin to act only 3-4 hours after taking them. The positive effect of taking the drug lasts up to 3 days - taking the drug in tablet format is best for small volume and systematic blood losses, which do not immediately pose a threat, but are classified as potentially dangerous.
2. The drug is in injection format - the solution is administered intramuscularly and intravenously. So in the latter case, the effectiveness of the composition occurs after 10-15 minutes, and when introduced into the muscle, the drug begins to act after a long period of time, showing its maximum effect after 2 hours.

Injections

Pills

How to take the medicine

Most patients buy Dicynon tablets to delay or quickly end menstruation. The maximum daily dose for prolonged periods is 3 pills per day, doctors recommend taking 1 pill. in the morning and in the evening. The menstrual cycle is not radically disrupted, but a woman can independently control her critical days. If these are intramuscular injections of Dicinon, a single dose is 1 ampoule, the maximum is 2 ampoules (morning and evening).

For severe bleeding

If your stomach hurts during menstruation, and the abundance of discharge is frightening in its volume, the doctor recommends Dicinon as an effective hemostatic drug according to indications. Heavy bleeding can be reduced by following the following treatment regimen: 5 days before the onset of menstruation, you need to take 3-4 pills, the duration of therapy is 10 days. On the fifth day of the menstrual cycle, Dicinon therapy comes to an end, but its effect will last for a long time.

For sudden menstruation

To reduce the amount of bleeding and improve the quality of life on critical days, it is necessary to administer 2 ampoules of Dicynon medicinal solution intramuscularly per day. During this period, it is advisable to give up alcohol, reduce physical activity, and limit the intake of other medications. In case of sudden and prolonged menstruation, the daily dosage of Dicinone is slightly adjusted, but only by the attending physician.

With prolonged menstruation

If menstruation does not end for a long period of time, the doctor proceeds to radical measures and prescribes Dicynon. This pharmacological choice is explained by the chemical properties of the drug, since its intramuscular administration accelerates blood clotting and stops menstruation already on the second day after the start of administration. There is still a little bleeding, but the spotting quickly disappears, returning the patient to her usual way of life.

To delay menstruation

Before traveling, long trips, changing climatic conditions and flights, women remember the hemostatic drug Dicinon, which can delay the onset of critical days. In order not to cause health problems, the daily dose and duration of intensive therapy are individually discussed with the local gynecologist.

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Effect on the body

1. The drug is classified as a hemostatic drug and allows you to significantly increase blood clotting and capillary stability, increasing their permeability when diagnosing a pathological condition.
2. The drug also stimulates blood clotting level III in the body , normalizing platelet adhesion. This is achieved due to the action of the main active substance ethamsylate - due to its action, the blood decreases significantly or completely stops.
3. When small vessels are damaged, it forms thromboplasts, which trigger the blood clotting process itself.
4. The drug acts on the principle of a catalyst - it increases the number of mucopolysaccharides, which have a positive effect on the condition of the vascular network, capillary walls and the blood circulation process itself. About 70% of the components of the drug are excreted in the urine in the first day.

special instructions

1. Dicynone is ineffective if there is a lack of platelets in the blood.
2. If a weekly course of taking Dicinon does not reduce pathological discharge during menstruation, you should consult a doctor for re-diagnosis.
3. Use caution when used in patients with unstable blood pressure.
4. It is forbidden to use Dicynon if the solution is reddish in color.
5. In the absence of symptoms, side effects do not affect the reaction rate.

Indications for use

Doctors prescribe Dicinon as both a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for any internal or external bleeding. The drug is taken either orally or by injection - intramuscularly and intravenously. Among other things, tampons can be soaked in the solution and inserted into the vagina to stop bleeding.

Doctors call the main indications for prescribing this drug:

1. Any form and location of bleeding that occurs as a result of surgical intervention by surgeons.
2. Internal hemorrhages in the structures of the retina and glaucoma , as well as during keratoplasty and when diagnosing hemophthalmos.
3. As a preventive measure for the occurrence of any type and location of bleeding after surgery.
4. When diagnosing fibroids and dysfunctional bleeding that occurs in a woman’s reproductive system.
5. For pulmonary or gastric bleeding.
6. With diagnosed von Willebrand-Jurgens disease , thrombocytopathy, Werlhof.
7. If bleeding occurs as a result of injury and cerebral infarction , as well as during heavy and prolonged menstruation.
8. In the case of diagnosing hemorrhagic diathesis, as well as in diseases of the blood composition.

Side effects

After using Dicinon, the following side effects are possible:

• Attacks of nausea and vomiting;
• Feeling of discomfort in the peritoneum;
• The appearance of heartburn;
• Sharp, unconditional jumps in blood pressure;
• Various manifestations of an allergic reaction (rash, itching, redness of the skin);
• Headaches and dizziness;
• Numbness of the lower and upper extremities;
• Aversion to certain types of odors.

As a rule, the above side effects are normal, disappear quickly and do not require contact with medical specialists. But if unfavorable symptoms do not disappear and continue to bother you for a long time, you should contact the nearest medical facility for proper help.

Analogues of the drug

Dicynone as a medicinal drug in Russia and Ukraine is represented by its most common analogues, Etamzilat and Etamzilat-Ferein.

In addition to these drugs, other similar drugs and formulations with corresponding indications can be distinguished:

1. Arnica tincture - an alcohol composition is indicated for hypermenorrhea and uterine types of bleeding, hypertensive type of metrorrhagia. Before using it, you should agree on the dosage and duration with your doctor.
2. Nettle leaves are excellent in stopping bleeding during menstruation and in other cases - they are noted for excellent hemostatic properties and act as a natural bactericidal agent. Indications for the use of nettle leaves and decoctions based on it, tinctures include pulmonary and intestinal, as well as uterine and hemorrhoidal bleeding, their other types and etiology of origin. The cost of packaging dry raw materials - nettle leaves varies from 15 to 60 rubles .
3. Water pepper extract is an excellent auxiliary hemostatic agent used in obstetrics and gynecology for uterine types of bleeding after childbirth and for diagnosing uterine subinvolution and heavy menstruation. In addition, tincture of water pepper is also indicated for stopping bleeding from the network of small vessels of the gastrointestinal tract and minor bleeding from hemorrhoids.
4. Revolad is prescribed for the treatment of patients who have been diagnosed with a chronic form of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, which does not respond to positive treatment with other drugs, as well as all patients with a chronic form of hepatitis C viral nature to optimize subsequent retroviral therapy.
5. Yarrow herb is indicated for gastric bleeding and hemorrhoidal, nasal, pulmonary and uterine types of profuse hemorrhages provoked by the inflammatory process and fibroids, with diagnosed gastrointestinal diseases that are accompanied by internal blood loss. Among other things, in the form of tinctures and decoctions it is indicated for the local treatment of hemorrhoids, as well as for external treatment and washing of wounds.
6. Etamsylate is a drug indicated for use in capillary types of bleeding of various origins and as a prophylactic agent before and after surgery in many areas of medicine, gynecology and ophthalmology, obstetrics and urology, dentistry and plastic surgery.

Peculiarities

The advantage of Dicynon over similar drugs is that, despite stopping bleeding, it does not provoke an increase in blood clotting, blood pressure and increased production of blood clots.

The action of the drug for blood loss from the uterus is carried out in several stages:

• first there is a decrease in flow;
• then the flow stops completely;
• This reduces blood loss.

The use of "Dicynon" allows not only to stop the pathological process itself, but also to strengthen damaged capillaries.

A slight hemostatic effect on the body becomes noticeable just half an hour after consuming the product, and the highest point of effectiveness is observed after 1-2 hours. The effect of the medication lasts no more than 6 hours, after which it gradually weakens throughout the day.

Price

1. If we talk about the cost of the original drug produced in Slovenia , Ditsinon in a network of pharmacy outlets will cost from 35 rubles per pack of tablets, packaged in 50 pieces of the latter.
2. The cost of a package of 10 ampoules with a solution for injections can start from 110 rubles and above .
3. However, many pharmacy outlets sell the drug individually - accordingly, one ampoule will cost about 11 rubles and more.
4. The cost of the most common analogue of the drug Dicinone in Russia - Etamzilat with a quantity of 50 pieces - from 50 rubles .
5. A similar situation is with the injection solution Etamzilat - the cost of packaging the solution varies from 40 to 100 rubles . It is also possible to purchase it individually - much is determined by which pharmacy the drug is purchased from and whether it sells ampoules individually.

Contraindications

Home use of the drug Dicynon is dangerous to health; there are known cases of complications due to superficial self-medication. Before speeding up the end of menstruation in such a radical way, a prerequisite is to carefully study the contraindications in the instructions and consult a gynecologist. We are talking about the following restrictions:

• thrombosis and thromboembolism;
• acute porphyria;
• hypersensitivity to active components;
• periods of pregnancy and lactation.

When carrying a fetus, it is important to clarify that taking Dicinon in the first weeks can cause a threat of miscarriage. Therefore, it is best not to do such experiments with women’s health if pregnancy is suspected - it is dangerous for the viability of the fetus. This applies to taking pills and administering Dicinon injections.

Storage conditions and periods

In accordance with the provisions prescribed in the instructions, this drug must be stored exclusively in a dry and well-ventilated area, without access to excessive humidity and always protected from direct sunlight.

When it comes to maintaining temperature conditions, it is important to store the drug at a temperature that does not fall below minus 10 and does not exceed plus 25. Otherwise, its pharmacological characteristics may change and the shelf life of the drug will decrease significantly.

It is important to store the drug out of the reach of children. The shelf life of the drug is 5 years, which is prescribed on the packaging, after which it is strictly prohibited to use it.

Is it possible to use it for delay?

Sometimes girls have a desire to delay their periods. Such a desire, as a rule, appears if she is going on vacation, to the beach or nature with friends. In such situations, many people question the possibility of using Dicinon to delay menstruation.

The answer to this question is positive. Medical experts are confident that using the drug can delay the onset of menstruation by about 1.5-2 weeks. To delay, you should take the pharmacological agent three times a day 4 days before the expected critical days.

However, it should be remembered that such manipulation of self-regulation of menstruation is allowed to be carried out no more than once every 12 months, otherwise it can provoke a lot of adverse consequences and significantly disrupt the level of hormonal levels, which, as a result, will lead to the occurrence of dangerous diseases.