Tranexamic acid tablets are prescription anti-fibrinolytic medicines used primarily to treat heavy menstrual bleeding by preventing the breakdown of blood clots. It is also used for short-term bleeding reduction in trauma, tooth extraction, and surgeries. Common side effects include headache, stomach pain, and musculoskeletal pain.

Key Details and Usage

• Mechanism: It stabilizes blood clots, thus reducing excessive blood loss.

• Menstrual Use: Generally taken during heavy menstrual days (up to 4–5 days) to reduce blood flow, not to stop it entirely.

• Dosage: Commonly, two

  tablets (or as prescribed) are taken 2–4 times daily.