If you're having a tooth taken out, using tranexamic acid mouthwash can help stop bleeding. Tranexamic acid comes on prescription as: tablets liquid — for children and people who cannot swallow tablets mouthwash injections — usually only given in hospital Tranexamic acid tablets for heavy periods are also available to buy from pharmacies, for adults aged 18 and above. You'll usually take tranexamic acid for a few days at a time.
You can take the tablets with or without food. Most people do not have any side effects when taking tranexamic acid. If you also take the combined contraceptive pill "the pill" , there's an increased risk of DVT deep vein thrombosis with tranexamic acid.
Brand names include Cyklokapron, Cyklo-F and Menstralite. Tranexamic acid can be prescribed for adults and children of all ages. To make sure tranexamic acid is safe for you, tell your doctor before taking this medicine if you: have had an allergic reaction to tranexamic acid or any other medicine in the past have ever had a DVT deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism blocked blood vessel in your lungs have had a coagulopathy a rare condition where lots of small blood clots form in your blood followed by abnormal bleeding have epilepsy have kidney problems are pregnant or trying to get pregnant have irregular periods — this is so your doctor can check what is causing the irregular bleeding and recommend the best treatment for you.
If you are prescribed tranexamic acid tablets, you can take them with or without food. Dosage Tranexamic acid comes as mg tablets.
Will my dose go up or down? What if I forget to take a dose? Do not take 2 doses at the same time. Never take an extra dose to make up for a forgotten one. What if I take too much? Taking 1 extra dose of tranexamic acid by accident is unlikely to harm you.
Urgent advice: Call for advice if:. You've taken 2 extra doses of tranexamic acid or more and: you get problems with your eyesight one of your legs or arms is painful, swollen, red and warm to touch you suddenly get shortness of breath, or a sharp pain in your chest, and start coughing or coughing up blood. Like all medicines, tranexamic acid can cause side effects although not everyone gets them.
Common side effects There are no common side effects with tranexamic acid tablets. These include: feeling sick nausea diarrhoea itchy red skin Serious side effects Serious side effects are rare and happen in less than 1 in 1, people.
Urgent advice: Call now if:. Serious allergic reaction In rare cases, it's possible to have a serious allergic reaction anaphylaxis to tranexamic acid.
Information: You can report any suspected side effect to the UK safety scheme. What to do about: feeling sick nausea — if you feel sick after having the injection, it may help if you avoid rich or spicy food. If it carries on, or the effects are severe, tell your doctor. They may be able to prescribe an extra medicine to help with these symptoms. Signs of dehydration include peeing less than usual or having dark, strong-smelling pee.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if it carries on. Sometimes reducing the dose helps. If the rash is dark red, gets worse or carries on for more than a few days, speak to your doctor.
Tranexamic acid and breastfeeding Small amounts of tranexamic acid may get into breast milk. Non-urgent advice: Tell your doctor if:. Tranexamic acid can be taken with most other medicines. Mixing tranexamic acid with herbal remedies or supplements There is not enough research to say whether herbal remedies or supplements are safe to take with tranexamic acid.
Important Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins or supplements. How does it work? How long does it take to work? How long will I take it for? Can I take it for a long time? Are there similar medicines to tranexamic acid? A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time. Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome.
Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects. Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention. Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:.
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking this medication. Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health.
These factors may affect how you should use this medication. Birth control: Hormonal birth control, such as birth control pills, increase the risk of developing blood clots.
Taking tranexamic acid along with birth control may increase your risk of developing blood clots. If you are using a form of hormonal birth control, discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed. Blood clots: This medication increases the chance of blood clot formation, causing reduction of blood flow to organs or the extremities.
If you have a history of clotting you may be at increased risk of experiencing blood clot-related problems such as heart attack, stroke, or clots in the deep veins of your leg. Discuss with your doctor how this medication may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of this medication, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
If you experience symptoms such as sharp pain and swelling in the leg, difficulty breathing, chest pain, blurred vision, or difficulty speaking, contact your doctor immediately. Avoid these and other hazardous tasks until you have determined how this medication affects you. Vision changes: Regular use of tranexamic acid may cause changes in vision.
This can include blurred vision, changed colour recognition, or a change in the field of vision. If you experience any changes to your vision while taking this medication, contact your doctor as soon as possible. Your doctor may want you to have an eye examination before starting this medication, so changes to vision can be identified.
Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Tranexamic acid is also called Cyklokapron. Tranexamic acid is used to reduce or stop heavy bleeding caused by heavy menstrual periods , nose bleeds, dental procedures or surgery operations. Tranexamic acid works by slowing the breakdown of clots. When you bleed your body forms blood clots to stop the bleeding. In some people, these clots break down or dissolve causing too much bleeding.
By slowing the breakdown of clots tranexamic acid prevents further bleeding.
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