Meftran, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Meftran also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Meftran is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Meftran can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Meftran go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Meftran has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Meftran related warnings talks about Meftran's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Meftran can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Meftran in conditions like Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Meftran contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Meftran with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Meftran is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Meftran is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meftran is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Meftran safe for pregnant women?
Meftran should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Meftran safe during breastfeeding?
Meftran should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Meftran on the Kidneys?
Meftran has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Meftran on the Liver?
Meftran may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Meftran on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Meftran on the heart have been reported.
Meftran should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meftran unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Meftran habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Meftran is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Meftran
Taking Meftran with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Meftran
Taking alcohol with Meftran can be dangerous.
Meftran is the brand name for tranexamic acid. It belongs to class drugs known as antifibrinolytics. It is available in the form of injection and tablets. It is used to prevent or reduce hemorrhage in patients struggling with hemophilia, to lessen the need for a replacement therapy during and after a tooth extraction procedure, and for managing excessive bleeding during surgery, trauma and menstruation.
Yes, Meftran has an expiry date and it must not be used beyond that date as it may not be as effective.
Meftran stops the process of fibrinolysis during which the blood clots are broken, resulting in excessive bleeding. In this way, Meftran reduces the blood loss from the body.
Yes, Meftran may cause allergy in rare cases. The symptoms could be rash, itching, extreme dizziness, swelling of the tongue, throat, and face, difficulty in breathing, etc. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue using Meftran and talk to your doctor immediately.
No, Meftran doesn't relieve pain. This is because it is not a painkiller or an NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is an anti-fibrinolytic agent that stops fibrinolysis leading to reduced loss of blood.
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