Tranexamic acid, or Tranexam, is used for bleeding caused by various causes. Including Traneksam used in uterine bleeding, and in some cases, and to prevent the development of bleeding. The mechanism of action is to suppress fibrinolysis. That is, the dissolution of blood clots.
Causes of bleeding
Traneksam quickly stops bleeding and is therefore considered the first aid. But after stopping uterine bleeding it is necessary to understand what is its cause. And often the appointment of longer courses of treatment. Possible causes of bleeding may include:
- Dysfunction of the glands of internal secretion. This causes an imbalance of hormones that affect the functioning of the genital organs.
- Benign tumors of the uterus. For example, a bleeding myoma node or polyp.
- Malignant tumors located in the genitals.
- Congenital or acquired defects in the blood coagulation system.
- The consequence of the use of hormonal contraceptives.
- Endometriosis .
- Taking medications that dilute blood.
Traneksam with uterine bleeding - how does it work?
The active substance affects the blood coagulation system. Tranexam affects inactive plasminogen. Thus, the drug helps to reduce the formation of plasmin from it. And, as is known, an increase in plasmin leads to resorption of blood clots. Therefore, suppressing the formation of plasmin, it is possible to eliminate bleeding.
Traneksam with uterine bleeding is used in the form of tablets or as intravenous injections. Depending on the activity of bleeding, the method of application of the drug is chosen. Thus, with insignificant blood loss, it will be sufficient to use tablet forms. The dose is calculated based on the body weight. And, of course, the severity of the condition is taken into account.
When is Tranexam used?
Indication for the use of Tranexam in gynecology are the following conditions:
- dysfunctional bleeding;
- bleeding adolescence;
- profuse menstruation;
- frequent menstruation with a large loss of blood;
- bleeding during pregnancy;
- bleeding, developed in the early period after childbirth;
- placental abruption ahead of time.
Separately it is worth mentioning that the use of the drug is possible for the prevention. Its use is justified as one of the stages of preparation for surgical manipulation in persons prone to increased bleeding. In any case, self-medication does not replace qualified medical care.