Blood coagulability is a rather complex, multi-stage process in which enzymes play the main role. With a lack of a specific protein, the coagulation indices decrease. This may indicate the presence of pathology and a deterioration in the work of the whole organism. In order to increase blood coagulation, first of all, it is necessary to undergo an examination and establish the cause of the disease. After that, the specialist will select the optimal treatment method.
Poor blood coagulation: possible causes
Specific proteins, fibrinogen, which are involved in the formation of fibrin clots, are responsible for normal blood coagulation . Various factors can affect the level of this substance. The main causes of this pathological condition, experts call the following deviations:
- disturbances in the functioning of the liver (tumors, infectious pathologies);
- malfunction of the immune system;
- DIC-syndrome (hemostasis pathology);
- thrombophilia;
- Iron-deficiency anemia;
- thrombocytopenia;
- vitamin deficiency;
- hereditary predisposition;
- prolonged use of drugs from the group of anticoagulants, angiogenesis inhibitors.
If a process such as blood coagulation is disturbed, frequent nosebleeds, unreasonable appearance of bruises on the body are observed. Gum bleeding is also a symptom. With the help of systemic and local drugs, blood coagulation can be increased. The doctor should prescribe such medications after the diagnosis. Without fail, the patient must undergo laboratory tests and undergo an ultrasound examination of the liver to exclude the development of cirrhosis.
What to do with poor blood coagulation?
Patients who have a history of such a diagnosis should know how to protect themselves from the development of various kinds of complications. It is extremely undesirable to take any medicine or try traditional medicine recipes on yourself. Only after finding out the reasons for the deviation and receiving the doctor’s recommendations regarding the treatment, one should proceed to therapy.
In addition to drug exposure, attention must be paid to the nutrition system. Eating certain foods can help improve your blood coagulation. A negative psycho-emotional state and malnutrition lead to changes in the production of fibrinogen protein.
Drug treatment
Depending on the etiology of the pathological condition, the specialist prescribes certain drugs to the patient that increase blood coagulation. These medicines include:
- coagulants - directly affect the production of fibrinogen ("Vikasol", "Thrombin");
- synthetic drugs that improve blood coagulability (aminocaproic acid);
- agents that stimulate the formation of blood clots (calcium chloride) ;
- animal products (Aprotinin, Pantripin);
- drugs of synthetic origin, reducing the permeability of the walls of blood vessels ("Rutin", "Androkson");
- Herbal-based preparations that reduce vascular permeability (nettle, arnica).
Before taking any drug, you must carefully study the annotation and make sure there are no contraindications.
The drug "Vikasol"
Antihemorrhagic agents that increase blood coagulability are able to establish the production of prothrombin in the liver and enhance the production of hemocoagulation factors. A doctor should prescribe such medications, determining the appropriate dosage and duration of therapy for a particular patient.
The hemostatic drug "Vikasol" refers to coagulants of indirect action and is prescribed to enhance blood coagulation. This is a vitamin preparation, which is an analogue (synthetic, water-soluble) of vitamin K. The active ingredient in the composition is sodium menadione bisulfite (15 mg). The drug is available in the form of an injection solution and tablets.
Indications
The drug can be used as part of complex treatment for uterine bleeding, hemorrhagic disease (including in newborns), menorrhagia.
Indications for the appointment of "Vikasol" are also the following conditions:
- frequent nosebleeds;
- vitamin K hypovitaminosis;
- hepatitis;
- bleeding during surgery;
- cirrhosis of the liver.
For the prevention of bleeding, the drug is prescribed for prolonged treatment with anticoagulants and pregnant women in the last trimester.
The drug "Rutin"
Medicines that increase blood coagulability from the flavonoid group have a therapeutic effect by reducing capillary fragility. One such drug is Rutin. The active substance - rutoside - compensates for the lack of vitamin P, strengthens the vascular walls, relieves inflammation and swelling. The drug is available in the form of tablets and powder, which contain 20 mg of rutoside.
The drug will be effective in various pathological conditions: hemorrhoids, vitamin P deficiency, lymphostasis, superficial thrombophlebitis, chronic venous insufficiency, hemorrhagic diathesis. It is shown to take “Rutin” three times a day, 20-50 mg at a time.
Contraindications and side effects
The drug is forbidden to appoint pregnant women in the first trimester, as well as patients with hypersensitivity to the components in the composition. Side effects in the form of a headache, skin allergic reaction, heartburn, diarrhea, belching develop in rare cases.
Traditional medicine recipes
Plants will help prevent bleeding with damage to the skin. Herbs that increase blood coagulability are used to prepare decoctions, lotions and compresses.
The yarrow possesses the necessary property. The plant has a positive effect on the state of blood vessels, stops the inflammatory process, accelerates tissue regeneration. Dry grass (15 g) is poured with warm water (200 ml) and boiled for 15 minutes. After which the broth should be insisted, filtered and taken in 1 tbsp. spoon before meals three times a day.
For any bleeding, it is useful to take a decoction of nettles. To prepare it, you need to take 10 g of dry grass and pour a glass of boiling water. The drink is steamed for 20 minutes, after which it is filtered and taken 3 times a day for a tablespoon.
Arnica will help increase blood coagulation. The drug based on the flowers of the plant can be purchased in the form of drops or prepare an infusion at home. In a glass of boiling water (200 ml), you need to take 2 tbsp. tablespoons of dried flowers and steam for 40 minutes. Take 1 tbsp. spoon 2-3 times a day.
Diet
Experts recommend including blood clotting products in your diet. These include spinach, cabbage (plain and colored), corn, carrots, red berries, bananas, walnuts. The use of buckwheat cereal, legumes, animal fats, white bread, liver will bring benefits.
In order to increase blood coagulation, these products must be present on the daily menu. The diet should be varied. The listed products should only complement it. Dietary nutrition and traditional medicine recipes for problems with blood coagulation will help people who have contraindications for drug therapy. This supportive treatment method is completely safe for children.