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tranexamic acid
Pronunciation: tran ex AM ik AS id
Brand: Cyklokapron, Lysteda


What is the most important information I should know about tranexamic acid?
• The Cyklokapron and Lysteda brands of tranexamic acid are used for different medical conditions.
donot• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to tranexamic acid, if you are color blind, if you have problems with the blood vessels in your eyes. or if you have ever had a stroke, blood clot, or bleeding in your brain.
• Before using tranexamic acid, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, blood in your urine, leukemia, a history of endometriosis, or if your menstrual cycles are less than 21 days apart or longer than 35 days apart.
• Use a barrier form of birth control (such as a condom or diaphragm with spermicide). Hormonal contraception (such as birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings) may increase your risk of stroke, blood clot, or heart attack if they are used at the same time as tranexamic acid.
foreye• To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be tested while you are using tranexamic acid. Visit your doctor regularly.
donot• Do not share Lysteda with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.


What is tranexamic acid?
• Tranexamic acid is a man-made form of an amino acid (protein) called lysine. Tranexamic acid prevents enzymes in the body from breaking down blood clots.
emt• The Cyklokapron and Lysteda brands of tranexamic acid are used for different medical conditions.
• Cyklokapron is used to prevent bleeding in people with hemophilia who need to have a tooth pulled. This medication is usually given just before the dental procedure, and daily for up to 8 days afterward.
• Lysteda is used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding. This medication will not treat premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
• Tranexamic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.


What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking tranexamic acid?
donot• You should not receive tranexamic acid if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
     · color blindness;
     · problems with the blood vessels in your eyes;
     · a history of stroke;
     · if you have a history of bleeding in your brain; or
     · if you have recently had a blood clot.
• To make sure you can safely use tranexamic acid, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
     · kidney disease;
     · blood in your urine;
     · leukemia;
     · a history of endometriosis; or
     · if your menstrual cycles are less than 21 days apart or longer than 35 days apart.
• FDA pregnancy category B. Tranexamic acid is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
nobrfeed• Tranexamic acid can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
nochild• Do not give this medication to anyone under 18 years old without your doctor's advice.
donot• Do not share Lysteda with another person, even if they have the same symptoms you have.


How should I use tranexamic acid?
• Use your medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
• Lysteda is a tablet taken orally (by mouth) once or twice daily for up to 5 days during your menstrual period.
donot• Do not start taking Lysteda until your period has started. Do not take it for longer than 5 days in a row. Talk with your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 2 cycles of treatment.
• You may take Lysteda with or without food.
nocrush• Do not crush, chew, or break a Lysteda tablet. Swallow it whole.
• Cyklokapron is injected into a vein through an IV just before your tooth extraction. You may need to keep using the medication for up to 8 days afterward.
• You may be shown how to use an IV at home. Do not self-inject Cyklokapron if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of used needles, IV tubing, and other items used to inject the medicine.
foreye• To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be tested while you are using tranexamic acid. Visit your doctor regularly.
rt• Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.


What happens if I miss a dose?
• If you take Lysteda: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Then take your next dose at least 6 hours later. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
• If you use Cyklokapron: Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.


What happens if I overdose?
emt• Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
• Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, confusion, muscle twitching, skin rash, and some of the serious side effects listed in this medication guide.


What should I avoid while taking tranexamic acid?
• Avoid using a hormonal form of birth control such as birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings. Hormonal contraception may increase your risk of stroke, blood clot, or heart attack while you are taking tranexamic acid. If you need to use birth control during treatment with tranexamic acid, use a barrier form (such as a condom or diaphragm with spermicide).


What are the possible side effects of tranexamic acid?
emt• Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
donot• Stop taking tranexamic acid and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
     · problems with your vision (including color vision);
     · sudden numbness or weakness, especially on one side of the body;
     · sudden headache, confusion, problems with vision, speech, or balance;
     · sudden chest pain or trouble breathing;
     · pain or swelling in one or both legs;
     · blood in your urine;
     · migraine headache;
     · pale skin, feeling light-headed or short of breath, rapid heart rate, trouble concentrating; or
     · urinating less than usual or not at all.
• Less serious side effects include:
     · mild headache;
     · runny or stuffy nose;
     · stomach pain;
     · tired feeling;
     · back pain, joint or muscle pain;
     · feeling unusually happy; or
     · feeling like you might pass out.
• This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.


What other drugs will affect tranexamic acid?
• Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
     · hormonal birth control (such as birth control pills, injections, implants, skin patches, and vaginal rings);
     · tretinoin (Vesanoid);
     · chemotherapy medication to treat leukemia;
     · any type of medication to treat a bleeding episode or a blood clot; or
     · factor IX (Bebulin VH, Konyne 80, Profilnine SD, Proplex T, and others).
• This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with tranexamic acid. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.


Where can I get more information?
• Your doctor or pharmacist can provide more information about tranexamic acid.
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

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