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Generic: Aminocaproic Acid

Form: Injection 1gm/5ml

Indication

Intravenous Treatment and prophylaxis of haemorrhage Adult: Initially, 4-5 g as a 2% solution over 1 hr followed by a 1 g/hr infusion continued for up to 8 hr or until bleeding has been controlled. Max: 24 g in 24 hr. Oral Treatment and prophylaxis of haemorrhage Adult: Initially, 4-5 g, followed by 1-1.25 g every hr for about 8 hr or until bleeding has been controlled. Max: 24 g in 24 hr. Patients with haemophilia undergoing dental extraction Adult: Initially, 6 g immediately after the procedure, followed by 6 g every 6 hr for up to 10 days.

Administration

Increased risk of hypercoagulability with OC and oestrogens.

Adult Dose

Renal or cardiac disorders. Urinary tract bleeding, haematuria of upper urinary tract origin; veno-occlusive hepatic disease, skeletal myopathy, neonates. Monitor creatinine phosphokinase. Avoid admin with factor IX complex concentrates. Pregnancy and lactation. Lactation: not known whether excreted in breast milk, use caution

Renal Dose

Aminocaproic acid inhibits the action of plasminogen activators and, to a lesser extent, it also has some antiplasmin activity.

Mode of Action

IV Administration Initial 5 g in 250 mL over 1 hr, each subsequent gram in 50-100 mL at 1 g/hr Rapid injection undiluted into a vein is not recommended Continue for about 8 hr or until bleeding has been controlled Oral May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals to prevent GI upset.

Precaution

Haemorrhage, Missed abortion, Hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia,Traumatic hyphema, Dental bleeding, Hemophilia A, Postoperative bleeding, Systemic hyperfibrinolysis

Introduction

__NAME__ is used to treat bleeding. It helps to prevent bleeding after major heart surgery and it also controls bleeding in thrombocytopenia (accompanying aplastic anemia), liver cirrhosis, urinary bleeding and some types of cancer. __NAME__ works by preventing the breakdown of clots which leads to stoppage of bleeding. This injection must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. You should not take it if you have any known allergy from this injection. The most common side effects may be injection site reactions such as pain, swelling and redness or pain in the muscle, bone or joint. Inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any liver disease. This injection is safe to use in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. It is also safe to use in patients suffering from kidney diseases. Caution is advised to drive after the administration of this injection.

Uses of __NAME__

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Side effects of __NAME__

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How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ prevents the breakdown of clots and stops bleeding.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

Information regarding the use of __NAME__ during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

It is not known whether __NAME__ alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of __NAME__ may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.