Cyklokapron (Tranexamic Acid)

Take CYKLOKAPRON exactly as directed by your health care professional. Always take the number of tablets your doctor tells you.

The usual adult dose is 2-3 tablets two-three times daily.

Depending on why you have been given these tablets, your dose may be different.

The dose for children is calculated according to body weight (25 mg/kg).

Patients with kidney disease should receive lower doses.

CYKLOKAPRON solution for injection will usually be given to you by slow injection into a vein as a bolus intravenous (IV) dose over 5 minutes or as an IV drip. Your doctor will decide the best dose for you, based on your weight.

It should be inspected visually for clarity, particulate matter, precipitation, discolouration, and leakage prior to administration.

Missed dose:

BEFORE you use CYKLOKAPRON talk to your doctor or pharmacist if:

• you have kidney disease. The medicine can accumulate in your body. Therefore a lower dose might be given to you.

• you have bleeding from the upper urinary tract. This shows as blood in your urine.

• you have ever had any uncontrollable bleeding (including irregular menstrual bleeding).

• you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• you are taking “the pill” (hormonal contraceptives) or anticoagulants (drugs to inhibit blood from clotting as much).

• you are being treated for disseminated intravascular coagulation CYKLOKAPRON will only be given if your doctor has done blood tests to check you are suitable, otherwise other anti-clotting medicines may be a better option for you.

• you are obese, diabetic, have been told you have polycystic ovary syndrome a history of cancer of the endometrium in a close relative, are on estrogen therapy or are taking tamoxifen.

Tell your doctor or pharmacists about any prescription and non-prescription medicines you are taking, including natural or herbal remedies.

CYKLOKAPRON is not recommended for children under 18 years of age with abnormally heavy menstrual flow (hypermenorrhea).

CYKLOKAPRON may cause disturbance to your colour vision. If you are to be treated for several weeks with CYKLOKAPRON, it is advisable to have an eye check up (for sharpness of vision, colour vision, field of vision etc.) before you start on CYKLOKAPRON and at regular intervals. If you notice any change in your vision, especially in your colour vision, tell your doctor or pharmacist right away so that they can arrange for you to safely stop taking CYKLOKAPRON.

If you are taking CYKLOKAPRON for heavy periods, you should monitor your menstrual flow. If menstrual bleeding is not reduced after three menstrual cycles, consult with your doctor, an alternative treatment may be necessary.

If you experience (feel) dizziness, do not drive or use machinery.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines you use including any prescription, over the counter or natural health products.