Cyklokapron
Developed to manage heavy menstrual bleeding, utilized to support patients in reducing blood loss during menstruation.
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredient
- Tranexamic Acid
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
Cyklokapron details
- Conditions
- Menorrhagia · Haemorrhage
- Alternative names
- Cyclokapron
- Therapeutic class
- Antifibrinolytic
- Pharmacological class
- Antifibrinolytic
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Pfizer
- Onset Time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
- Drug interactions
- hormonal contraceptives; thrombolytics
- Age restrictions
- Adults
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to tranexamic acid; history of venous thromboembolism; history of arterial thromboembolism
Precautions and warnings
use with caution in patients with renal impairment; report any visual disturbances immediately
Serious side effects
thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; convulsions, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Developed to manage heavy menstrual bleeding, utilized to support patients in reducing blood loss during menstruation.
Mechanism of action
Cyklokapron works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots. By inhibiting plasminogen activation to plasmin, it stabilizes formed clots, which helps to control excessive bleeding.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Breastfeeding: Tranexamic acid is excreted in breast milk; consult your healthcare provider.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Cyklokapron
Cyklokapron is a recognised brand of Tranexamic Acid, used for the management of Menorrhagia and Haemorrhage. The active ingredient is also sold under the label Cyclokapron. Produced by Pfizer, this treatment is supplied as a tablet in a 500mg strength.
Buying Cyklokapron online
Cyklokapron is registered across 14 markets including the Philippines, Indonesia and Taiwan, with availability also in South Korea, Japan and the UAE. Generic Tranexamic Acid, much of it made in India, is far more affordable than the original brand, providing a practical option for expats and residents who struggle to find consistent stock locally. This is one of the most ordered products across the region, available for convenient delivery to your address.