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Tranexamic Acid
Tranexamic Acid (TXA) is a medication used to help with clotting. TXA is used to treat bleeding including vaginal and in-operative bleeding as it supports clotting and works to prevent unnecessary blood transfusions.
It can be given orally, intravenously and topically; your physician will decide the most appropriate way for you to receive this medication.
- Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any ingredients in TXA
- Tell your doctor if you are taking hormonal contraceptives (birth control pills, patches, rings, or injections)
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had a blood clot, if you have blood clotting condition, or if you have been told you are at risk of having a blood clot
- Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy
The most common side effects are:
- Headache
- Tiredness
- Sinus / back / stomach pain
- Bone, joint, or muscle pain
Potential serious side effects:
If you experience these, please stop taking TXA and call your MD immediately / seek emergency treatment:
- Hives / rash / itching
- Difficulty breathing or swallowing
- Swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
- Hoarseness
- Changes in vision, including colour vision
- Chest pain
- Shortness of breath
- Leg pain, swelling, tenderness, redness, or warmth
