For abortion: Ethacridine should be slowly instilled with a Foley catheter in the uterus outside the fetal membranes. The catheter is then clamped and left in position.
For infection: Ethacridine should be applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day
For infection: 2% of powder and ointment, or 5% of paste for local application.
• It should also not to be used in pregnant women for purposes other than abortion.
For infection: Ethacridine should be applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day
Dosage & When it is to be taken
For abortion: 10 ml of 0.1% ethacridine /gestational week up to a maximum of 150 ml.For infection: 2% of powder and ointment, or 5% of paste for local application.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
• Ethacridine is contraindicated if the patient is allergic to the drug.• It should also not to be used in pregnant women for purposes other than abortion.
