Tranexamic Acid Stragen
This medicine helps your blood clot to prevent and treat bleeding.
Form
injektio-/infuusioneste, liuos
Strength
100 mg/ml
Active Ingredient
Tranexamic acid
Manufacturer
Stragen Nordic A/S
How to Use
Dosage
Your doctor will determine the right dose for you, usually 500-1000 mg given 2-3 times a day or 1000 mg every 6-8 hours, depending on your condition.
Method
This medicine is given slowly into a vein (intravenously) by a doctor or nurse. It must not be given into a muscle or into the spine.
Important
The maximum daily dose is usually determined by your doctor, but typically does not exceed 4000 mg for adults.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Nausea
- •Vomiting
- •Diarrhea
RARE
- •Skin rash
- •Low blood pressure or fainting, especially if the injection is given too fast
- •Blood clots
- •Seizures
- •Vision problems, including changes in color vision
- •Allergic reactions
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you are allergic to tranexamic acid or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not use if you currently have a blood clot disorder.
- Do not use if you have severe kidney problems.
- Do not use if you have had seizures in the past.
- This medicine must only be given into a vein. It should not be injected into the spine or brain due to serious risks.
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- Tell your doctor if you have blood in your urine, as this medicine can cause blockages.
- Tell your doctor if you use hormonal birth control, as this may increase your risk of blood clots.
- If you take this medicine for a long time, your doctor will check your eyesight regularly for changes.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to become pregnant.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you feel pain in your back or legs during or soon after the injection.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Reduce the dose already in mild renal impairment. (updated 5.6.2023)