Tranexamic acid Lysteda can help because it affects blood clotting and the tendency to bleed. Hormone therapies are the next option. Progesterone therapy inhibits the growth of the lining of the womb before menstruation, thus lessening the bleeding during menstruation.
Birth control pills are another method. Taken continuously, the mini-pill may cause you to cease having periods completely, or only have light spotting, but there can be side effects and this treatment is not fully proved. Hormonal intrauterine devices—IUDs, also called coils—are another option. This medication is used short-term in people with a certain type of bleeding disorder hemophilia to prevent and reduce bleeding from having a tooth pulled extraction.
It is also used in people with other high-risk bleeding conditions to control bleeding at such times as after surgery or an injury, during heavy nosebleeds, or during heavy menstrual bleeding. Tranexamic acid works by helping the blood clot normally to prevent and stop prolonged bleeding. It belongs to a class of drugs known as anti-fibrinolytics.
The dosage and length of treatment is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. Dosage is also based on your weight. Do not increase your dose, take it more frequently, or take it for a longer time than prescribed. Take this medication regularly to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, take it at the same times each day. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Although unlikely, this medication may cause serious blood clot problems and vision changes. Seek immediate medical attention if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:.
This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
In Canada - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Health Canada at Before taking tranexamic acid, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Different individuals may respond to medication in different ways.
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If you use this eHealthMe study on publication, please acknowledge it with a citation: study title, URL, accessed date. All rights reserved. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of eHealthMe. Toggle navigation eHealth Me. Riley to diagnose, and treat any gynecologic issues is crucial. Riley and her team have three general methods they employ to treat abnormal vaginal bleeding:.
There are several forms of medication commonly diagnosed to treat abnormal vaginal bleeding. These medications include:. Riley utilizes NovaSure for endometrial ablation. NovaSure is a one-time, 5-minute procedure that gently removes the lining of the uterus — the part that causes the bleeding.
The NovaSure procedure can reduce or stop bleeding altogether.
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