Tranexa Tab

Composition

Tranexamic acid 500 mg (tablet)

Uses of Tranexa Tab

Treatment and prevention of bleeding due to excessive fibrinolysis such as heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), bleeding after dental procedures in haemophilia, nosebleeds, and other minor surgical/traumatic bleeding as prescribed

• •Reduces heavy menstrual bleeding
• •Helps control nosebleeds
• •Helps reduce bleeding after dental/surgical procedures
• •Stabilizes clots to prevent re-bleeding

How it works

Tranexamic acid is an antifibrinolytic that blocks the binding of plasminogen to fibrin, preventing formation of plasmin. This stabilizes blood clots and reduces ongoing bleeding.

Directions for use

Take by mouth as directed by a physician. Swallow the tablet with water, with or without food; taking with food may reduce stomach upset. Dose and duration depend on the bleeding condition (e.g., for heavy menstrual bleeding it is typically taken only during bleeding days).

Side effects

Common side effects of Tranexa Tab may include:

• •Nausea
• •vomiting
• •diarrhoea
• •abdominal pain
• •headache
• •dizziness
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