Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Clot-XL 500mg Injection
Clot-XL 500mg Injection is used to treat bleeding. It helps to prevent or reduce bleeding in conditions like tooth removal, heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, nosebleed, and in any oral, prostate, or bladder surgery.
Clot-XL 500mg Injection is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of clots which leads to the stoppage of bleeding. This injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy to this injection.
The most common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions, tiredness, musculoskeletal pain, and nasal congestion. Inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any kidney disease. This injection is safe to use in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. It is also safe to use in patients suffering from liver diseases.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Clot-XL 500mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clot-XL 500mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clot-XL 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Clot-XL 500mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Clot-XL 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Clot-XL 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clot-XL 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clot-XL 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Can Clot-XL 500mg Injection be given or injected into muscles?
No, Clot-XL 500mg Injection should not be administered by injection into the muscles. It should be given strictly through slow injection into the veins to prevent side effects.
Q. Is Clot-XL 500mg Injection dangerous?
Every medicine has its own side effects and these side effects are unlikely to happen if taken as directed. Usually, the benefits of the medicine are greater than the risk of side effects. Clot-XL 500mg Injection can rarely cause serious side-effects which can be dangerous, like anaphylaxis (red and lumpy skin rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of face, mouth, lips or eyelids), clot in another part of the body or eye problems. Do consult your doctor before you start this medication and follow the instructions strictly as given.
Q. Can Clot-XL 500mg Injection cause DVT?
Affirmative, Clot-XL 500mg Injection promotes blood clotting, thereby preventing blood loss. However, in rare cases, this can lead to a chance of developing a clot in the deep leg veins, a condition known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Although many research studies have shown that the increased risk of clot can be due to some other additional factors rather than Clot-XL 500mg Injection itself. This condition has been found to be more common in female patients taking Clot-XL 500mg Injection. Do consult your doctor before you start this medication and follow the instructions strictly as given.
Q. Can Clot-XL 500mg Injection affect the colour vision of eyes?
Affirmative, there are chances of possible disturbances in your colour vision when you are on long term treatment with Clot-XL 500mg Injection. Hence, regular eye check should be done during treatment and doctor should be informed if you notice any change in your vision. If any changes are seen your doctor may stop the medicine and suggest an alternative.
Q. Can Clot-XL 500mg Injection cause pulmonary embolism?
Clot-XL 500mg Injection promotes blood clotting and can rarely cause blood clot to travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism) which can turn fatal sometimes. Pulmonary embolism is not a common side effect in patients taking Clot-XL 500mg Injection but can occur in overdosing, patients with long bedrest or prone individuals. Evidence suggests that the increased risk of clot can be due to some other additional risk factors as well.
Q. Can you take Clot-XL 500mg Injection on an empty stomach?
Clot-XL 500mg Injection can be taken with or without food with a glass of water. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole and should not be crushed or chewed.
Q. Can I take Clot-XL 500mg Injection for more than 5 days?
The dose and duration of this medicine is decided by the type of disease for which it is prescribed. For heavy bleeding during monthly menstruation, it is usually taken for up to 5 days. For other conditions it can be prescribed for less than 5 days and even more that 5 days which is decided by the prescribing physician.
Q. Does Clot-XL 500mg Injection affect fertility?
No, Clot-XL 500mg Injection does not affect fertility. It is taken for heavy menstrual bleeding and evidence suggests no interference of this medicine with ovulation (release of eggs from the ovaries). Therefore, this medicine is not a type of contraceptive medicine and it will not affect your chances of becoming pregnant.
Q. Can Clot-XL 500mg Injection be taken for nose bleeding?
Affirmative, Clot-XL 500mg Injection can be used for nose bleeding. It helps to clot the blood and prevent bleeding. If the bleeding is frequently observed then the medicine can be even taken for a week.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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