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A member asked:

Fm49, may i vary the dose of tranexamic acid according to heaviness of periods?

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Dr. Michael Engel answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Not advisable....: The antifibrinolytic, tranexamic acid is a potent inhibitor of the plasminogen/plasmin axis and impairs breakdown of clots. It has shown efficacy in treating menorrhagia, and can mitigate blood loss in other circumstances. However the same thing making it effective is also a risk. That is, there is increased risk of thrombosis. You should talk to your dr. If your dose is not effective for you.

Dr Krishnamurthy agreed

Answered 7/1/2015

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