Common use

Cyklokapron tablets mainly consist of Tranexamic acid which is referred to strong antifibrinolytic medicines. They are used to reduce severe bleeding, for example, heavy menstrual bleeding and severe bleeding after bladder surgery or persistent nosebleeds. This drug can decrease menstrual blood loss by 58 per cent. It is effectively used in a number of other cases when severe bleeding must be stopped.



Dosage and direction

This drug should be used orally regardless of food and meals. It is better to take it with a usual glass of water. A doctor always can define the optimal dosage. Cyklokapron tablet is usually taken 3 times within a day. An average starting dosage is 2 tablets. The pills must be swallowed as a whole. Never crush and chew them. Cyklokapron tablets should not be eaten for more than 5 days in succession.



Precautions

Any disturbances in your vision which occur during treatment must be discussed with your general practitioner. If you are going take this drug for a long time you should have regular professional eye examinations and corresponding blood tests. Cyklokapron must be used with special care by girls under the age of 15.

Decreased kidney functions, risk of clots in the blood vessels and diseases that cause abnormal blood clotting require extra caution using of Cyklokapron tablets. Note that you must visit a doctor regularly during Cyklokapron therapy.



Contraindications

All patients who have severe kidney failure or increased blood clots in the blood vessels (called thromboembolism) must not refer to this medication. Never take Cyklokapron pills if your organism is allergic to any of their components. Inform your physician or pharmacist immediately in cases when you experience any allergic reaction.



Possible side effect

Different people can experience various severe side effects in different ways. There are some well-known side effects which can be associated with this medicine. Common negative influences include: diarrhoea, vomiting and strong nausea. Rare side effects may presuppose allergic responses such as itching, redness or swelling of skin, bloody clots in the eye, disturbance of colour vision and thrombosis.



Drug interaction

Cyklokapron may interact with several medications and substances. Inform your doctor about taking some herbal medicines or drugs bought without a prescription. Alteplase, reteplase, streptokinase, tenecteplase and urokinase must not be used with the drug under consideration.



Missed dose

Never try to catch up a missed dose. When you have missed an ordinary portion, take the next one as soon as you remember. A doubled dose can harm your health. Refer to a corresponding doctor in order to reschedule your dosage.



Overdose

More than 3 doses (6 tablets) in 24 hours can evoke an overdose. The common symptoms of severe overdose include eye problems and different changes in vision. Visit your doctor immediately in cases when you have taken too much of Cyklokapron medication.



Storage

Cyklokapron should be kept away from your children and home pets. It is better to store it in cool, clean, dry place far away from constant heat and sunlight.



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