Tranexamic acid for Menstrual Disorders User Reviews (Page 4)

• Dan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 3, 2018

"The first time I used this medicine as instructed - 2 pills 3x daily. I was instructed to use it for 5 days, but I did not reach day 5 because of the side effects. This time around, I only used 2 pills on Days 1 & 2, and I definitely have experienced more side effects than I expected - dizziness and nausea on day 1 and then diarrhea on day 2. However, it is worth it in my opinion. I did Pilates today without an issue... I could never do that with my heavy period (fibroid related)!!! Now I can pop a pill and go out to dinner an hour later without having to worry about wearing white. Huge relief."

• Div...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 10, 2018

"My OBGYN prescribed this because I have heavy bleeding, and I would bleed for 2 weeks straight during the day and night. I'm taking iron pills. I'm happy that this medicine reduced my bleeding. The only side effects I noticed are that I had some pimples all over my back, neck, and face, not too many, and for the second month, I didn't take any pills. My period is still light, but it worries me it stopped on the one."

• Nay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 2, 2019

"I took tranexamic acid for 3 days (my heavy days) as prescribed by my doctor and the manufacturer's dosing on the label. It didn't work for me the first day and a half, as my flow was still very heavy as without meds. The second day I took ibuprofen in between these pills, 800 mg every 5 hours. Then my flow decreased as it would when I'm taking ibuprofen alone. I cannot say I noticed any flow changes because I got impatient and nervous it would not work on its own. Every bowel movement has been noticeably easier to pass and much softer in its consistency... daily these past 3 weeks since my last tranexamic acid dose. I'm taking 3 iron vitamins per day for anemia due to fibroids and not the least bit of constipation here! Good side effect of this Rx, I'm not too sure yet. Will discuss with my doctor!"

• Cha...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2021

"I have fibroids and a thick uterine lining. I had a sizeable endometrial polyp removed, which didn't change super heavy periods (easily used 18 Ultra tampons in 24 hours). So I was prescribed this. WOW. Life saver. Two cycles on it so far. Pros: -Period same time every month -On heavy days, I am left alone for 4-6 hours at a time -I can sleep through the night without an accident -I don't have to be afraid to go out anymore Cons: -Unless the coupon works $78/month (almost $960 a year) for a 5-day supply. W/o insurance, it's $144/month -Didn't help cramps (but I don't know if it's supposed to) -Both cycles on Day 4, a huge amount randomly comes out in one burst at some point in the day, then abruptly tapers off and ends for the month. Dunno why, but guessing thick lining has to do with it (I mean it can't just stay there every month). But one big outburst is WAY better than what I was living with. Will have to learn when to expect this."

• LP_...
• December 21, 2017

"I'm 55 years old and hadn't had a period for 9 months, then had 3 weeks of bleeding before I went to the doctor, and he prescribed this medication. It is great! It has basically stopped my bleeding. Because of the risks, my doctor suggested I stop taking it because my bleeding has stopped. I was on it for 3 days, and he did NOT want me to go over 5 days."

• Ang...
• April 17, 2016

"I have been diagnosed with fibroids. I have been bleeding for about 6 weeks now. My previous doctor had me on a hormone called megestrol. It worked for the first month and then stopped. My bleeding is out of control. I am on my 3rd day of the Lysteda. I could tell a difference right away. The bleeding slowed to the point of almost stopping. I started to become a little heavy today before I took my first dose. I hope that this helps with the bleeding and stops it."

• Lin...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 22, 2020

"I have been having a terrible time since Jan. Got my coil replaced, and it just didn’t settle my bleeding. Then in June, I had a major bleed, and the hospital said my coil had fallen out, so another one was fitted, but I haven’t stopped bleeding since June. Started injection decapeptyl to put me into menopause, along with HRT, and still bleeding heavily and with clots. So now on northerestirine 2 x 3 times a put, and on tranexamic acid, and still bleeding, and the pain is so bad. Been in and out of the hospital 7 times since June, and nobody seems to be listening. Have a scan on Monday but can’t cope with this much more, as the bleeding and pain are so bad."

• Kry...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 21, 2021

"I'm 50 years old. Was put on for heavy periods, which I've had most of my life. I've had a recent ultrasound and exam. Healthy uterus, just a heavy cycle. The first month it did nothing to change my flow. However, I developed severe anxiety that had me in tears. I felt better after I stopped the medication. Read that anxiety was a rare side effect. The doctor's office said to try it another month. Really wish I hadn't. Anxiety wasn't bad, but I am now on day 10 of my period. The last four days have been lighter, but still using ultra tampons. I've gone through an entire 45-count box (normally use about 30). I've also gone through a package of pads. I'm exhausted, and I've had to start a higher dose of iron because I've lost so much blood. I regret ever trying this and have decided to go the natural route with herbs and supplements. Can't be worse than this! I want my old period back!!"

• Bog...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 11, 2017

"I don't want to take this medicine anymore. The side effects are killing me. Headache that is worse than a migraine and unexplainable pain in my lower abdomen and hips. I couldn't go to work because of the pain."

• Tan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 28, 2021

"I experience the worst lower back pain of my life after dose 4 of two pills three times a day. It has been 48 hours since my last dose, and I still can barely walk. Excruciating...will never take this drug again!!!"

• Vel...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 31, 2017

"I’ve had heavy periods for years, which are likely caused by fibroids. The pill and coil aren’t an option, so I was prescribed tranexamic acid, which I take sparingly on days one and two of my period. I’ve found the medication to be a great help, as it means I can go about my business without the risk of flooding and leaking through, especially at night. I currently need to wear the thickest tampon available and a long, thick nighttime towel, changing every hour on the second day. I said previously, I take it sparingly as I do wonder if the drug can cause clotting in the arteries. My GP had never really given me a definitive answer, but as a non-smoker, I would assume my risk of DVT is on the lower side."

• Mic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 23, 2020

"This is the worst drug ever if you have latent GI issues. I took 3 pills, only 3 of them, and it gave me the worst heartburn of my life. Except...I didn't know that was what it was. My main symptom was wheezing, I even ended up being prescribed an asthma inhaler. Turned out it was acid reflux from this medicine causing all the problems. Wow, wow, wow. The clue for me was that the wheezing got worse after I ate. I was prescribed this to help with menstrual bleeding, took only 3 doses, and now I feel as though I will never be the same. I started Prilosec OTC, 20 mg per day at the doctor's advice, I hope it helps me."

• Lor...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2022

"Didn’t work. I was prescribed this for bleeding. This medication was prescribed 2 tabs 3 times a day. And on Day 3, my period has seriously increased with very large clots. Prior to these pills, my bleeding was light and no clots. Now my uterus hurts as well and wasn’t hurting before."

• Gir...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 18, 2015

"Went to see my doctors about my extremely heavy periods and was given pill after pill after pill, but nothing seemed to help slow the bleeding down. I have now been on tranexamic acid for over 3 months and have experienced a few side effects, some being more painful aches to joint and muscle pain. I have 2 periods a month and doctors do not seem to care about the fact it gets so bad it is ruining my clothes, bed sheets, and furniture. But these tablets have made my normal colored period into a funny black/grey for 5 days, with huge blood clots, and it seems to be getting worse. I am coming off the pills after this period and thinking of the coil."

• Gul...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 1, 2021

"I've suffered from heavy periods my whole life. The past few months, the clots worsened, turned into chunks, and the blood loss when on the toilet was horrendous. This led me to be severely anemic. Anyway, I've used this medication just for the last month, and now I'm 5 days late for my period, which is so unusual for me, as I'm always regular like clockwork. I am trying to conceive, but the Clearblue tests say negative. Could this have affected my periods now?"

• Eva...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 9, 2021

"I took this medication for the 5 days during my period just as I was supposed to, and it worked great, barely any cramping or bleeding. Now that I'm supposed to be off my period, I've been bleeding every day since."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 14, 2021

"My periods are irregular. So this time I have heavy flow. I was concerned, so I asked my doctor, she is also my own aunt, so she told me to take tranexamic. I only took 1, and periods stopped, but it has caused discomfort in my lower abdomen (uterus, idk?). Can anyone tell me, please?"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 10, 2025

"Was prescribed this medicine for my symptoms of perimenopause, heavy periods, and iron deficiency. Took the first two tablets near bedtime and got horrible pain in my right arm, like stiffness. Periods stopped, though, so continued to the next day. Was bleeding again in the morning, so took two more tablets and my iron tablets. Blood loss lessened by about 60%, so continued with the regime that day. Had a weird headache on and off, like it kept moving around my head, and by the night, a stiff neck. Slept well again. Bleeding back by morning, although a lot less. Took two tablets again as prescribed. This time, the headache worsened but went away. Got on with my day, bleeding minimal, then took two tablets second full day. At this stage, at 3 pm, the headache worsened. Had a rest, a bath, tried to sleep, headache still here. So, periods have now returned but are lighter and darker. Have not taken any more tablets as still have headache this morning, weird headache that moves, so not taking any more tablets."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 17, 2024

"Heavy periods due to submucosal fibroid and perhaps low BMI. But took the advice to take the pill and then Implanon, which made the fibroid bigger and bleeding so much worse! Stopped those and changed to tranexamic acid and have been reducing my fibroid with a whole food plant-based diet and half cup broccoli sprouts every day (blanched at 70 degrees). Fibroid is shrinking but I couldn't have done this on a hormonal treatment... so TXA made this all possible. TXA reduced my bleeding a lot but not completely, so I still needed some iron infusions also. But it feels good to know the problem is getting better not worse, and it is much better than on the other path that would have eventually led to surgery if the fibroid kept growing from the pill."

• Fre...
• March 19, 2021

"I have been battling periods that have massively impacted my life. Tranex has done one key thing - I am no longer on house arrest for my entire period. I now take a progestin-only mini pill and Tranex. The efficacy of tranex seems to be related to quickly getting it into my system and taking it for the full 5 days. After 3 days, I feel like I can venture away from the house. I am often crampy, achy, and my stomach hurts. I feel full of pressure and need to pee. I have headaches and my energy level sucks. Since I felt like rubbish before tranex, I can’t assume my problems are related. There are two things that I think are related to the meds - my heart seems to beat faster after taking the pills and I have weird joint twinges. What concerns me most is the frequency I take it. My period often returns a few days after stopping tranex - when this occurs, I start another 5-day cycle. This overuse scares me, but I feel the positives currently outweigh the negatives."

• Che...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2025

"I was a bit worried about trying this medication, but after a few years of very heavy flow for 2 days a month, I gave it a go. It worked wonders! The first time I used it, I felt a bit light-headed and had a mild headache, but this got better with each month. My flow was around 50% less for those two days (took the recommended dose but only for 2 days). I wish this was available over the counter years ago, as heavy flow has caused me a lot of stress and anxiety. I am in the UK, FYI."

• nag...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2013

Tranexamic acid "I can sleep through the night. No more getting up twice to just let it all out and clean up the mess. No more running to the bathroom every two hours because I'm leaking through. I love this."

• Cel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 9, 2020

Tranexamic acid "I took Lysteda for about 6 months, and it stopped my menstrual cycle completely."

• Mie...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 22, 2019

"This tranexamic acid medication reduced my menstrual bleeding about 50 percent and made it so I could function and go to work. It started working in a little less than 24 hours."

• Len...
• November 16, 2015

Tranexamic acid "Works very well for heavy bleeding during the menstrual cycle."