Tamik BC Tablet

Q. What is Tranexamic Acid?
Tranexamic Acid belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics, used to control bleeding. When you bleed, your body form clots to stop the bleeding. In some people these clots break down causing too much bleeding. Tranexamic Acid stops these clots from dissolving, hence reduces bleeding.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid an over the counter product?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not an over the counter product. it is available as a prescription medicine only.

Q. How long can I take Tranexamic Acid?
It is advisable to take Tranexamic Acid, only for a duration as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid stop menstruation (periods)?
Tranexamic Acid helps to reduce excessive bleeding during a heavy menstrual cycle in women with regular cycles (25-31 days) with not more than 3 days individual variability in cycle duration.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid affect ovulation?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not known to affect ovulation.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid safe?
Yes, Tranexamic Acid is safe if used for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid an anticoagulant?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not an anticoagulant. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid an non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) or a pain killer?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) or a pain killer.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid a hormone?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not a hormone. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid a contraceptive?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not a contraceptive. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid a blood thinner?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not a blood thinner. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics.

Q. Is Tranexamic Acid a steroid?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-fibrinolytics.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid help in relieving cramps (period pain)?
No, Tranexamic Acid does not help in relieving menstrual cramps (period pain).

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid increases your blood pressure?
There are no reports of Tranexamic Acid causing an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor in case you experience this symptom while you are taking Tranexamic Acid.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported as a side effect of Tranexamic Acid. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive weight gain while you are taking Tranexamic Acid.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid affect fertility?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not known to affect fertility. Please talk to your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant and you are taking Tranexamic Acid.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid make you tired?
Tiredness has not been reported as a side effect of Tranexamic Acid. Please talk to your doctor in case you experience excessive tiredness while you are taking Tranexamic Acid.

Q. Does Tranexamic Acid prolonged periods?
No, Tranexamic Acid is not known to prolong periods. Please consult your doctor in case you experience this side effect while you are taking Tranexamic Acid.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with an intrauterine device (IUD) like copper-T?
Tranexamic Acid has been used to treat heavy or prolonged bleeding when an intrauterine device (IUD) like copper-T was in place but the safety of using Tranexamic Acid in this situation has not been established. Please consult your doctor before using Tranexamic Acid while you have an intrauterine device like copper-T in place.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with ibuprofen?
Tranexamic Acid can be taken with ibuprofen as there are no interactions reported between the two medicines. However, interactions between the two can occur. Please talk to your doctor if you have to take the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with the oral contraceptives (pills)?
There have been reports suggesting that either Tranexamic Acid or oral contraceptives (pills) containing ethinylestradiol can increase the toxicity of the other by increasing the risk of clot formation in your blood vessels leading to complications like a heart attack. Please consult your doctor in case you are taking these medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with amoxicillin?
No interactions have been reported between Tranexamic Acid and amoxicillin. However, interactions can occur. Please talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with a combination of paracetamol and codeine?
No interactions have been clinically observed while taking Tranexamic Acid and a combination of paracetamol with codeine. However, interactions can occur. Please talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with oral contraceptives containing only progesterone like mini pill and medroxyprogesterone acetate?
Tranexamic Acid can be taken with oral contraceptives containing only prgesterone as there are no drug interactions reported. However this does not role out the possibilty of interactions existing. Please talk to your doctor before taking Tranexamic Acid if you are already taking a progesterone containing oral contraceptive like mini-pill and medroxyprogesterone acetate.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with paracetamol?
No interactions have been reported between Tranexamic Acid and paracetamol. However, interactions can occur. Please talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with mefenamic acid?
No interactions have been reported between Tranexamic Acid and mefenamic acid. However, interactions can occur. Please talk to your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Tranexamic Acid with diclofenac?
No drug interaction of Tranexamic Acid with diclofenac has been clinically observed. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Is Vitamin K an antioxidant/ a coagulant/ water soluble/ have another name/come from the sun?
Vitamin K is not considered a classic antioxidant as some other vitamins. It is a fat soluble vitamin and is also known as phytonadione. It helps in blood coagulation. It is not obtained from sun as is the case with vitamin D

Q. Is Vitamin K good for skin/take Vitamin K for dark circles?
A Vitamin K oxide cream can help to reduce many skin imperfections such as dark circles with much ease. You may consult your doctor before its use

Q. Vitamin K lower International Normalized Ratio (INR)?
Vitamin K is used by the body to form clots and to stop bleeding. Vitamin K helps reduce the risk of bleeding from various illnesses such as liver disease, long-term use of antibiotics, and malabsorption syndromes. High intake of Vitamin K will lower a patient's IN

Q. Can I take Vitamin K with warfarin/Plavix/ Coumadin/Aspirin/Pradaxa /other vitamins/ calcium?
Do not take Vitamin K with warfarin(Coumadin) unless as prescribed by your doctor. Caution should be administered while taking Vitamin K with aspirin and other vitamins and calcium.

Q. Is Mefenamic Acid an antibiotic/ contain codeine?
Mefenamic Acid does not contain codeine and not an antibiotic. It is a non-steroidal & anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain and fever.

Q. Is Mefenamic Acid a painkiller?
Mefenamic Acid is a mild to moderate pain reliever medicine.

Q. Is Mefenamic Acid safe?
Mefenamic Acid is safe to use if so it is used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.

Q. Is Mefenamic Acid good for toothache/ for back pain/ headache?
Mefenamic Acid is a painkiller and can be used to treat a headache, back pain, and dental pain.

Q. Does Mefenamic Acid stop periods/ stop bleeding?
Mefenamic Acid is used for relieving pain that happens before or during a menstrual period. It does not stop periods or bleeding. Always consult your doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take Mefenamic Acid with naproxen/ paracetamol/ ibuprofen/ metronidazole/ withtramadol/ with tranexamic acid/ with sertraline/ amoxicillin?
There are high chances that Mefenamic Acid may interact with the above-said medications. It is always recommended to consult your doctor before taking any medications along with Mefenamic Acid.

Q. Does Mefenamic Acid make you drowsy?
Drowsiness with Mefenamic Acid is a very rare side effect. Do consult your doctor if you notice such side effects.

• before the start of menstruation.If you are a woman >45 years of age If you are allergic to Tranexamic Acid or any of the ingredients of this medicineConsult your  doctor if menstrual bleeding is not reduced after three menstrual cycles.To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your vision may need to be tested while you are using Tranexamic Acid. Follow your doctor's instructions.
• If you need surgery or dental work, tell the surgeon or dentist ahead of time that you are using Vitamin K.Vitamin K should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease as the administration of high dosages has resulted in further depression of liver function.Routine liver function tests should be performed if regular or prolonged therapy with Vitamin K is necessary in patients with liver disease.Too much Vitamin K can be harmful if you are receiving dialysis treatments due to kidney disease.If you have a medical history of blood disorders.If you have a medical history of gallbladder disease (e.g., obstructive jaundice, biliary fistula) .If you have a medical history of liver or kidney disease.If you have recently used or are currently taking an antibiotic.If you have recently used or are currently taking a blood thinner such as anisindione, heparin, warfarin, Coumadin.If you have recently used or are currently taking salicylates such as aspirin, Backache Relief Extra Strength, Novasal, Nuprin Backache Caplet, Doan's Pills Extra Strength, Pepto-Bismol, Tricosal, and others.During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly need.Vitamin K alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol in some formulations may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Vitamin K.Vitamin K in some formulations contains benzyl alcohol, which has been reported to cause toxic and fatal reactions ("gasping syndrome") in newborn children. Discuss any questions or concerns with your doctor.
• It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.Mefenamic Acid can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.