Tranexamic acid is used to treat and prevent excessive bleeding. Local bleeding may occur in patients with the following conditions:  Prostate and bladder surgery (Prostatectomy)  Heavy periods (Menorrhagia)  Nose bleeding  Dental extraction for patients who have a blood clotting disorder  Inflammation of the colon and bowel General bleeding may occur in patients with:  Prostate or pancreatic cancer  After major surgery  Liver disease  Complications after giving birth  Leukemia Tranexamic acid may also be used to treat hereditary angioneurotic oedema (periodic swelling of the throat).

By mouth 15-25 mg / kg 2-3 times daily, Menorrhagia: 1 g three times daily for up to 4 days; Hereditary angioneurotic oedema:1-1.5 g 2-3 times daily.