Cyklokapron
Tranexamic acid tablets for heavy menstrual bleeding and bleeding disorders. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots, helping bleeding to stop.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500mg | 30 tablets | $99.00 | $3.30 |
| 500mg | 60 tablets | $150.00 | $2.50 |
| 500mg | 90 tablets | $212.00 | $2.36 |
| 500mg | 120 tablets | $274.00 | $2.28 |
- Category
- Women's Health
- Active ingredient
- Tranexamic Acid
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 500mg
Cyklokapron is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Cyklokapron on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Menorrhagia · Haemorrhage
- Alternative names
- Cyclokapron
- Therapeutic class
- Antifibrinolytic
- Pharmacological class
- Antifibrinolytic
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; vomiting
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; hypotension
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 6–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place away from direct light.
- Drug interactions
- hormonal contraceptives; thrombolytics
- Age restrictions
- Adults
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to tranexamic acid; history of venous thromboembolism; history of arterial thromboembolism
Precautions and warnings
use with caution in patients with renal impairment; report any visual disturbances immediately
Serious side effects
thromboembolism, requires immediate medical attention; convulsions, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Tranexamic acid tablets for heavy menstrual bleeding and bleeding disorders. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots, helping bleeding to stop.
Mechanism of action
Cyklokapron works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots. By inhibiting plasminogen activation to plasmin, it stabilises formed clots, which helps to control excessive bleeding.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Breastfeeding: Tranexamic acid is excreted in breast milk; consult your healthcare provider.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Cyklokapron?
No. Cyklokapron is the original brand, made by Pfizer, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (tranexamic acid) at the same strength. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How is Cyklokapron priced?
Cyklokapron comes in a 500mg strength, in packs of 30 to 120 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →What are the brand names for tranexamic acid in South Africa?
Other brand names for tranexamic acid include Cyclokapron. In South Africa, tranexamic acid is also sold under brand names such as Tranic, Emkapron and Fibtin.
What is Cyklokapron used for?
Cyklokapron contains tranexamic acid, used for menorrhagia and haemorrhage.
How quickly does Cyklokapron work?
Tranexamic acid usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 6 to 8 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
What side effects can Cyklokapron cause?
The common side effects of tranexamic acid are nausea, diarrhoea and vomiting. Less common ones include dizziness and hypotension. Serious but less common side effects include thromboembolism and convulsions, which need urgent medical attention.
What does Cyklokapron interact with?
Tranexamic acid can interact with hormonal contraceptives and thrombolytics. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Cyklokapron.
Is Cyklokapron available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Cyklokapron. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you deliver Cyklokapron to South Africa?
Yes. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Cyklokapron names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Tranexamic Acid at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.