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Tranexamic acid: Patient drug information

Tranexamic acid: Patient drug information

(For additional information see "Tranexamic acid: Drug information" and see "Tranexamic acid: Pediatric drug information")

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Brand Names: US
  • Cyklokapron;
  • Lysteda [DSC]
Brand Names: Canada
  • Cyklokapron;
  • Erfa-Tranexamic;
  • GD-Tranexamic Acid;
  • MAR-Tranexamic Acid
What is this drug used for?
  • It is used to treat or prevent bleeding in patients with hemophilia after having a tooth removed.
  • It is used to treat heavy bleeding during monthly periods (menstruation).
  • It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take this drug?
  • If you are allergic to this drug; any part of this drug; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
  • If you have a blood clot, have ever had a blood clot, or have been told you are at risk of getting a blood clot.
  • If you have any of these health problems: Bleeding in the brain or trouble seeing some colors.
  • If you are taking any of these drugs: Factor IX complex or anti-inhibitor coagulant complex.
  • If you have a type of cancer called acute promyelocytic leukemia (APL) and are being treated with tretinoin.
  • If you are using a hormone-based birth control.
  • This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this drug.
  • Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this drug with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take this drug?
  • All products:
  • Tell all of your health care providers that you take this drug. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
  • Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how this drug affects you.
  • Blood clots have happened with this drug. Tell your doctor if you have ever had a blood clot. Talk with your doctor.
  • Have an eye exam as you have been told by your doctor.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby.
  • Tablets:
  • If you still have heavy periods (menstrual bleeding) after 2 cycles or if this drug stops working, talk with your doctor.
What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?
  • WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
  • All products:
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
  • Flushing.
  • Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight.
  • Change in eyesight, eye pain, or severe eye irritation.
  • Seizures.
  • Call your doctor right away if you have signs of a blood clot like chest pain or pressure; coughing up blood; shortness of breath; swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm; or trouble speaking or swallowing.
  • Injection:
  • Very bad dizziness or passing out.
What are some other side effects of this drug?
  • All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
  • Tablets:
  • Headache.
  • Stomach pain.
  • Back, muscle, or joint pain.
  • Nose stuffiness.
  • Muscle cramps.
  • Feeling tired or weak.
  • Injection:
  • Diarrhea, upset stomach, or throwing up.
  • Dizziness.
  • These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
  • You may report side effects to your national health agency.
How is this drug best taken?
  • Use this drug as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
  • Tablets:
  • Take with or without food.
  • Swallow whole. Do not chew, break, or crush.
  • Do not take this drug for longer than you were told by your doctor.
  • Do not take if you do not have your period.
  • Injection:
  • It is given into a vein for a period of time.
  • This drug must not be given into the spine.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
  • Tablets:
  • Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. Then take your next dose at least 6 hours later.
  • If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
  • Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
  • Injection:
  • Call your doctor to find out what to do.
How do I store and/or throw out this drug?
  • Tablets:
  • Store at room temperature in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom.
  • Injection:
  • If you need to store this drug at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.
  • All products:
  • Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
  • Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
General drug facts
  • If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
  • Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
  • Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. If you have any questions about this drug, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
  • If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.
Last Reviewed Date2023-12-07
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