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Xamic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Bleeding are some of its major therapeutic uses. Xamic also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Xamic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Xamic have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Xamic go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Xamic is Moderate for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Xamic related warnings talks about Xamic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Xamic can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xamic in conditions like Blood Cancer, Colour Blindness, Allergy.
Besides this, Xamic may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xamic is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Xamic 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Xamic safe for pregnant women?
Xamic may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Xamic again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Xamic safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Xamic.
What is the effect of Xamic on the Kidneys?
Xamic may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Xamic on the Liver?
Xamic may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Xamic on the Heart?
Xamic can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Xamic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xamic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xamic habit forming or addictive?
Xamic does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Xamic as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Xamic is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Xamic for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Xamic
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Xamic, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xamic
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Xamic with alcohol.
No, Xamic is not a steroid. It is an anti-fibrinolytic agent that stops the process of fibrinolysis, preventing blood loss.
You can take Xamic for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not take Xamic for a longer period of time without talking to your doctor first.
Xamic 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.
No, Xamic is not available over the counter. It is available as a prescription drug only.
No, Xamic does not causes bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are experiencing bloating after taking this medicine, then try eating less spicy and fibre rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 628-629
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