HEMOKLIP Injection 5ml

Introduction About HEMOKLIP INJECTION

HEMOKLIP INJECTION contains Tranexamic Acid which belongs to the group of
medicines called Antifibrinolytics. It is used in the management of bleeding in
conditions such as heavy menstrual bleeding in women, gastrointestinal bleeding
(bleeding in digestive tract, anywhere from the throat to rectum), bleeding due
to thrombolytic therapy (medicine that is used to breakdown blood clots) and
after having surgeries (such as ear, nose, throat, prostate gland, urinary
tract, gynecological, abdominal or heart surgery) in adults and children above
one year of age.

HEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney
impairment, blood clotting disorder or consum
affecting the blood’s ability to clot and stop the bleeding) or history of
seizures (fits). Your doctor may recommend you to take relevant tests to
understand your existing condition.

Before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION, inform your doctor if you had or have blood
in the urine, are at risk of having a blood clot, excessive clotting or bleeding
throughout the body (disseminated intravascular coagulation).

HEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in the first trimester of
pregnancy and in breast-feeding women. It should be used with caution in
pregnant women only if clearly advised by the doctor. HEMOKLIP INJECTION should
be used with caution in elderly patients, especially in patients with the
evidence of renal failure.

The most common side effects of receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION are nausea or
vomiting and diarrhea. Inform your doctor immediately if any of the side effect
worsens.

Uses Of HEMOKLIP INJECTION

Prevent and manages bleeding in children (aged above one) and adults in
conditions such as:

• heavy menstrual bleeding in women
• gastrointestinal bleeding
• after having surgeries (such as ear, nose, throat, heart, abdominal, gynaecological and prostrate or urinary tract surgery)
• bleeding due to medicine that is used to breakdown blood clots (thrombolytic therapy)

How HEMOKLIP INJECTION Works

HEMOKLIP INJECTION manages bleeding by blocking the plasminogen from binding
with fibrin which results in bleeding. As a result, it manages and controls
bleeding associated with various factors.

How to use HEMOKLIP INJECTION

HEMOKLIP INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a vein
as an intravenous injection. Your doctor will decide the correct dose, frequency
and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects Of HEMOKLIP INJECTION

Common

• diarrhea
• nausea, vomiting

Uncommon

• skin rashes

Rare

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side
effects while receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION:

• severe allergic reaction (signs include redness of the skin and lumpy skin rashes, difficulty in breathing, swelling of face, mouth, lips or eyelids, unexplained high temperature (fever) and fainting)
• swelling of the throat that causes breathing and swallowing difficulty
• symptoms of a blood clot (such as swelling or pain in the legs or chest, headache, weakness of the face and limbs on one side of the body)

How To Manage Side Effects

!### Diarrhea

Drink lot of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating
high-fat or spicy foods. Inform your doctor if the symptom gets worse.

!### Nausea And Vomiting

Stick to simple meals while receiving this medicine. Avoid eating oily rich,
fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Inform
your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Warning & Precautions

!### Pregnancy

ContraindicatedHEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in the first trimester of
pregnancy. It should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered
clearly necessary. Women of childbearing potential should use effective
contrace
receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

!### Breastfeeding

ContraindicatedHEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it
passes through breast milk. Consult your doctor for advice.

!### Kidney

Consult your doctorHEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney
impairment. It should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate
kidney impairment. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon the kidney
function. Consult your doctor before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

!### Liver

Use with CautionHEMOKLIP INJECTION can be used with caution in patients with liver impairment.
Consult your doctor before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

!### Allergy

ContraindicatedDo not receive HEMOKLIP INJECTION if you are allergic to Tranexamic acid or any
other ingredients of this medicine.

!### Use In Pediatrics

Use with CautionHEMOKLIP INJECTION should be used with caution in children above 1 year of age.
Your child’s doctor will adjust the dose based on the bodyweight of the child.
Consult child’s doctor for advice before administration of HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

!### Use In Geriatrics

Use with CautionHEMOKLIP INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients, especially
in patients with the evidence of renal failure. Consult your doctor before
receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

Others

HEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use if you:

• have blood clotting disorder or consum
• have history of seizures (fits)

Before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION, inform your physician if you:

• have blood in the urine (which may lead to urinary tract obstruction)
• are at risk of having a blood clot
• have excessive clotting or bleeding throughout the body (disseminated intravascular coagulation)

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have received or
taking any of the following medicines:

• ethinyl estradiol, levonorgestrel (oral contrace
• thrombolytic agents such as streptokinase, reteplase, tenecteplase (medicines that manage blood clot)
• antifibrinolytics such as aminocaproic acid, aprotinin (medicines that help the blood to clot)

Overdosage:

HEMOKLIP INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital,
and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, if you experience any
unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms include dizziness,
headache, low blood pressure and convulsions (fits).

Synopsis

Drug	:	Tranexamic Acid
Pharmacological Category	:	Antifibrinolytics
Therapeutic Indication	:	Prevent and manages bleeding in certain conditions
Dosage Forms	:	Injection, Gel, Tablet

More Information

• Store at room temperature

FAQs About HEMOKLIP INJECTION

Q: CanHEMOKLIP INJECTION be used in elderly patients?

A: HEMOKLIP INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients,
especially in patients with the evidence of renal failure. Consult your doctor
for advice before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

Q: Is HEMOKLIP INJECTION safe to use during pregnancy?

A: HEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in the first trimester of
pregnancy. It should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly
advised by the doctor. Women of childbearing potential should use effective
contrace
receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

Q: CanHEMOKLIP INJECTION be used in patients with impaired kidney
function?

A: HEMOKLIP INJECTION is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney
impairment. It should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate
kidney impairment. Your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon the kidney
function. Consult your doctor before receiving HEMOKLIP INJECTION.

Q: Does HEMOKLIP INJECTION cause nausea?

A: Yes, HEMOKLIP INJECTION may cause nausea in some individuals. To manage this
effect, stick to simple meals while receiving this medicine. Avoid eating oily
rich, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating.
Inform your doctor if the symptom does not improve.

Q: HowHEMOKLIP INJECTION is administered?

A: HEMOKLIP INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into a
vein as an intravenous injection. It should not be injected into a muscle
(intramuscularly). Your doctor will decide the correct dose, frequency and
duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Useful Diagnostic Tests

• Complete blood count
• Liver function test
• Kidney function test
• Bleeding Time/clotting time
• Eye test