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I need some advice my own doctor has put me on tranexamic acid tablets so i was wondering can they cause me to stay on my period?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Medication: Tranexamic acid is a non hormonal medication used to treat heavy periods. It would not cause you to long cycles but it could be prescribed to treat this problem. If the medication is not working then a follow up visit is needed to determine the next steps.

Answered 2/8/2015

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A member asked:

I need some advice my own doctor has put me on tranexamic acid tablets so i was wondering can they cause me to stay on my period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

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