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Tranexamic acid prevents enzymes in the body from breaking down blood clots.
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.
Tranexamic acid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
You should not use Cyklokapron 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.
You should not use Cyklokapron if you are allergic to tranexamic acid, or if you have:
problems with the blood vessels in your eyes;
color blindness (only if you are receiving the injectable form of tranexamic acid); or
a history of stroke, blood clot, or bleeding in your brain.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
kidney disease;
a bladder or kidney infection; or
leukemia.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Cyklokapron is given as an infusion into a vein just before your tooth is pulled. You may need to keep using tranexamic acid for up to 8 days afterward.
A healthcare provider will give your first dose and may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand all instructions.
Your vision may need to be tested while you are using tranexamic acid.
Store this medicine at room temperature. Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it.
Each vial or ampule is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
Overdose symptoms may include headache, confusion, vision problems, vomiting, diarrhea, numbness or weakness, problems with speech or balance, feeling light-headed, or fainting.
Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how tranexamic acid will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using Cyklokapron and call your doctor at once if you have:
problems with your vision (including color vision);
a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out;
a seizure;
painful or difficult urination, blood in your urine;
signs of a stroke--sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), severe headache, slurred speech, balance problems;
signs of a blood clot in the lung--chest pain, sudden cough, wheezing, rapid breathing, coughing up blood; or
signs of a blood clot in your leg--swelling, warmth, or redness in an arm or leg.
Common side effects include:
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;
dizziness, feeling light-headed;
mild itching or rash; or
feeling unusually happy.
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.
Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:
any type of medication to treat a bleeding episode or a blood clot; or
factor IX complex (Bebulin, Bebulin VH, Profilnine, and others).
This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Cyklokapron, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
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.
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Tranexamic Acid (www.drugs.com/mtm/tranexamic-acid.html).
Applies to tranexamic acid: oral tablet
Other dosage forms:
Along with its needed effects, tranexamic acid may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking tranexamic acid:
More common
Incidence not known
Some side effects of tranexamic acid may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Incidence not known
Applies to tranexamic acid: compounding powder, intravenous solution, oral tablet
Gastrointestinal side effects have frequently included nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Abdominal pain has also been reported.
Nervous system side effects have included giddiness, dizziness, headache, tension headache, and migraine.
Hematologic side effects have included thromboembolic events (e.g., deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, cerebral thrombosis, acute renal cortical necrosis, and central retinal artery and vein obstruction) and anemia.
Hypersensitivity side effects have included allergic skin reactions, anaphylactic shock and anaphylactoid reactions.
A case of severe allergic reaction to tranexamic acid was reported involving a subject on her fourth cycle of treatment who experienced dyspnea, tightening of her throat, and facial flushing that required emergency medical treatment.
Ocular side effects have rarely included disturbances of color vision and retinal artery occlusion.
Musculoskeletal side effects have included back pain, musculoskeletal pain, muscle cramps and spasms, myalgia, and arthralgia including joint stiffness and swelling.
Respiratory side effects have included nasal and sinus symptoms including nasal, respiratory tract and sinus congestion, sinusitis, acute sinusitis, sinus headache, and allergic sinusitis and sinus pain.
Cardiovascular side effects have included hypotension when intravenous administration exceeded 1 mL per minute.
Genitourinary side effects have included ureteral obstruction due to clot formation in patients with upper urinary tract bleeding.
Medically reviewed by USARx EDITORIAL TEAM Last updated on 1/1/2020.
Source: Drugs.com Tranexamic Acid (www.drugs.com/mtm/tranexamic-acid.html).
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