Transamin Capsule 500mg

Transamin Capsule Uses

Transamin is composed of Tranexamic Acid which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifibrinolytic agents. It is used to control, reduce, or prevent heavy bleeding during menstruation, major trauma, nosebleeds as well as during dental procedures. It is also used in the treatment of antepartum and postpartum hemorrhage, and hereditary angioedema.

Transamin Capsule 500mg formula

• Tranexamic Acid

Available forms

• Capsules
• Injection

Risks and warnings

Generally, Transamin is well tolerated. However, you should know its risks and warnings so that you do not take it when the risk is greater than the benefit.

When your healthcare provider prescribes you any medication, they do so based on the risk versus benefit ratio. Therefore you should give a complete medication and medical history to your healthcare provider. In this way, you can avoid the adverse effects of certain medications.

The risks and warnings associated with Transamin are:

• Pregnancy:

It is only to be used during pregnancy if required. Refer to your doctor before taking it.

• Breastfeeding:

Only use it during breastfeeding if your doctor advises you to do so.

• Hypersensitivity:

If you are allergic to the ingredients in Transamin you are advised not to use it.

• Kidney Failure:

Patients who have severe renal impairment are advised not to use this medicine without approval from a doctor

• Seizures:

If you have complaints of seizures you are advised not to take Transamin.

• Blood Clotting Problems:

Transamin is contraindicated in patients with a history of blood clotting problems like thromboembolic disease so please be cautious when taking it in such cases.

How to use Transamin Capsule 500mg?

• Take the medicine orally with a glass of water
• Swallow the capsule whole
• Do not crush or chew the capsule
• Take the capsule with or without food as your doctor advises you
• Do not take more than 3 doses of the medicine in a day

Transamin Capsule Side Effects

• Dizziness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Hypotension (low blood pressure)
• Gastrointestinal issues
• Diarrhea

Drug Interactions

Transamin can interact with the following drugs:

• Warfarin
• Heparin
• Tretinoin
• Estrogens

Storage Conditions

• Store the medicine at room temperature
• Keep out of reach and sight of children
• Protect it from sunlight and moisture