Important Note

The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

TRANEXAMIC ACID - INJECTION

(tran-ex-AM-ick acid)

COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cyklokapron

Uses

This drug is used for short-term control of bleeding in hemophiliacs, including dental extraction procedures.

OTHER

Uses

This drug may also be used for many other conditions in which bleeding control is required such as after surgery or injury, recurrent nosebleeds or abnormal vaginal bleeding.

How To Use

This product is given by vein (IV) exactly as directed over a period of 5 minutes or more. Do not mix with blood products or solutions containing penicillins. Make sure needles and any medical supplies are stored safely and disposed of properly. Consult your pharmacist.

Side Effects

Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea might occur. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor. Very unlikely but report promptly: vision changes, dizziness. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions

Tell your doctor your medical history, including: any allergies, kidney problems, previous blood clot problems, bleeding problems, eye problems (retina diseases/color vision), head injury (subarachnoid hemorrhage). Limit alcohol intake, as it may aggravate certain side effects of this drug. Caution is advised when performing tasks requiring coordination (e.g., driving). To avoid dizziness and lightheadedness when arising from a seated or lying position, get up slowly. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication. This drug is excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor of all nonprescription or prescription medication you may use, especially of: aspirin/NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen), anticoagulants ("blood thinners" such as warfarin or heparin), aminocaproic acid, factor IX complex, anti-inhibitor coagulant concentrates, drugs that can cause blood clots (e.g., estrogens or birth control pills). Many nonprescription products contain aspirin/NSAIDs. Check labels carefully and consult your pharmacist. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Overdose

If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include lightheadedness.

Notes

Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory/medical tests (e.g., eye) will be performed periodically to monitor for drug side effects.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, consult your doctor or pharmacist to establish a new dosing schedule.

Storage

Store at room temperature between 36 and 86 degrees F (2-30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).