Red-Clot Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of heavy menstrual bleeding. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots and controlling excessive bleeding. It also increases the ability of platelets to stick together and form blood clots.
You can take Red-Clot Tablet at any time of day, with or without food, but it is best to take it at the same time each day. Keep taking it for as long as advised by your doctor. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by the doctor, and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Remember to finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. This medication mustn't be stopped suddenly without talking to the doctor.
Common side effects of Red-Clot Tablet include nausea, stomach pain, headache, nasal congestion, sinus pain, sinus inflammation, rash, tiredness, and musculoskeletal (bone, muscle, or joint) pain. It may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to drink plenty of fluids while taking this medicine, as it may help to prevent dehydration. It is advised to consult with your doctor if you do not notice any changes in periods after 3 consecutive periods.
Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any kidney problems or vaginal bleeding disorder. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor for advice before taking this medicine. You also need to tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking. You might be asked for eye check-ups while taking this medicine.
Red-Clot Tablet helps normal blood clotting, which reduces bleeding during menstruation. It helps prevent excessive loss of blood, stops bleeding, and enhances the healing process. This helps prevent complications of excessive bleeding, such as hemorrhage. If heavy periods become such a problem that they interfere with your everyday life, then try taking things a little easier on those days. Some women find that relaxation techniques or yoga help them feel more relaxed and reduce stress. Getting a lot of exercise can also help.
Side effects of Red-Clot Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Red-Clot
Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Headache
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Sinus pain
Sinus inflammation
Rash
Tiredness
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Dizziness
How to use Red-Clot Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Red-Clot Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Red-Clot Tablet works
Red-Clot Tablet is a combination of two medicines: tranexamic acid and ethamsylate. Tranexamic acid is an antifibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots and controlling excessive bleeding. Ethamsylate is a hemostatic. It works by increasing the ability of platelets to stick together and form blood clots. It also helps control bleeding from tiny blood vessels (capillaries).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Red-Clot Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Red-Clot Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Red-Clot Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Red-Clot Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Red-Clot Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Red-Clot Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Red-Clot Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Red-Clot Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Red-Clot Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Red-Clot Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy food to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
If you get diarrhea while taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately.
Along with taking Red-Clot Tablet, you can use a heating pad or try gentle massage and relaxation techniques to get relief during periods.
Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive periods.
Inform your doctor if you have any bleeding disorders.
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Patient concerns
Got miscarriage of 1 month pregnancy in home. Proper bleeding occur and stop after 4-5 Day. Several time lower abdomen pain. Not want to consult gynologist
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
It is must. You should consult with gynecologist, it may be some blood clot which is not flush out.
sir some jelly like clout are present in the seminal fluid why this one happening??after doing oral sex getting throat infection can u please solve my problem
How can I taKe abortion pills after 3 to 4 days pregnant Hi I have taken 5 tablet still no bleeding only little clot
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Usually bleeding starts withnin 4-5 hours of taking the last tablet. Since you do not have bleeding, please visit a gynaecologist for a D and C to terminate this pregnancy now.
Actually some days ago i met with an accident due to which a clot is form on my cheek and it leaves a greenish blue mark so what should i do to remove that mark and clot also
Prolong period for 30 days with heavy breeding and clots Continue bleeding for 15 days and clot out with severe pain.
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Please take Tranexa tablets thrice a day after meal for 5 days to control bleeding. But get an ultrasound done to see for the cause the moment bleeding stops.
Yes, the use of Red-Clot Tablet can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.
Can I use oral contraceptives while using Red-Clot Tablet?
No, do not use oral contraceptives while using Red-Clot Tablet. Use of oral contraceptives along with this medicine increases the chance of serious complications.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Red-Clot Tablet be more effective?
No, taking a higher than recommended dose may not be more effective; rather, it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended doses do not relieve your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Red-Clot Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.
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