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What is the most important information I should know about tranexamic acid?

You should not receive this medication if you are allergic to tranexamic acid, if you are color blind, if you have a history of bleeding in your brain, or if you have recently had a blood clot.

Before using tranexamic acid, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have kidney disease or blood in your urine.

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.

The first dose of tranexamic acid is sometimes given as an injection (IV) just before a dental procedure.

Tranexamic acid tablets are usually taken 3 to 4 times daily for 2 to 8 days. Follow your doctor's instructions.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be checked while you are using tranexamic acid. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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.

Tranexamic acid 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.

Tranexamic acid may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before taking tranexamic acid?

You should not take this medication if you are allergic to tranexamic acid, or if you are:

• color blind;

• if you have a history of bleeding in your brain; or

• if you have recently had a blood clot.

Before taking tranexamic acid, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

• kidney disease; or

• blood in your urine.

If you have any of these conditions, you may not be able to receive tranexamic acid, or you may need dosage adjustments or special tests during treatment.

FDA pregnancy category B. This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. 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.

How should I take tranexamic acid?

Take this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.

The first dose of tranexamic acid is sometimes given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein. You will receive this injection just before your dental procedure. Then you will take tranexamic acid tablets by mouth (orally) for up to 8 days after the tooth extraction.

If you take only the oral tablets and do not receive the injection, you may need to start taking the medication one day before your tooth extraction, and then for up to 8 days afterward.

Tranexamic acid is usually taken 3 to 4 times daily for 2 to 8 days. Follow your doctor's instructions.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be checked while you are using tranexamic acid. Do not miss any scheduled visits to your doctor.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.