Tranexamic Acid Flashcards by Emily Stephens | Brainscape

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What class of drug is tranexamic acid?

A

Anti fibrinolytic

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What are the uses of tranexamic acid?

A

Dysfunctional uterine bleeding (menorrhagia)
epistaxis
prevents fibrinolysis
prevention + treatment of haemorrhage

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What is the mechanism of action of tranexamic acid?

A

anti-fibrinolytic
- inhibits plasminogen > plasmin
- impairs fibrin dissolution

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