Introduction

Trexam is used to treat bleeding. It helps to prevent or reduce bleeding in conditions like tooth removal, heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, nosebleed and in any oral, prostate or bladder surgery.\n\nTrexam is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of clots which leads to stoppage of bleeding. This medicine must be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this medicine.\n\nThe most common side effects may be injection site reactions such as tiredness, nasal congestion or pain in muscle, bone or joint. Inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any kidney disease.\n\nThis medicine is safe to use in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. It is also safe to use in patients suffering from liver diseases. It is advised not to consume alcohol after taking this medicine as there can be excessive drowsiness.

Uses of Trexam

Bleeding

Side effects of Trexam

Tiredness
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain

How to use Trexam

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Trexam is to be taken with food.

How Trexam works

Trexam is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods, or after surgery.

What if you forget to take Trexam?

If you miss a dose of Trexam, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Trexam helps prevent or reduce heavy bleeding post surgery and in conditions such as heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and nosebleeds.
Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
If taking for heavy periods, take it on the first day as taking it before or after will not have any benefit.
Your doctor may monitor your vision regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.
Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive periods.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Trexam may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Trexam is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Trexam is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Trexam does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Trexam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trexam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Trexam is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Trexam may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.