What should you know about tranexamic acid 1 gram?

Tranexamic acid 1 gram is a prescribed dose that may reduce bleeding, but the correct timing and frequency depend on your diagnosis and health history. One gram describes the amount of tranexamic acid in a dose; it does not tell you how often to take it or how long to continue. The schedule depends on why it was prescribed, the formulation, kidney function, and other personal factors.

Tranexamic acid helps prevent a formed clot from breaking down too quickly. A 1 gram dose may appear in plans for heavy menstrual bleeding or other bleeding problems, while dermatology plans can use a different strength, route, or schedule. Check the label rather than converting the dose yourself.

Follow the instructions on your prescription and use water to swallow tablets if that is the supplied form. If you miss a dose, ask a pharmacist or prescriber what to do instead of doubling the next dose. Mention kidney disease, past clots, visual symptoms, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and medicines that influence clotting. Background information is available under [Tranexamic Acid](/materials/tranexamic-acid/) and [Tranexamic Acid for Heavy Bleeding](/treatments/medical-gynaecology/tranexamic-acid-for-heavy-bleeding/).

Get urgent help for breathlessness, chest pain, coughing blood, a painful swollen leg, or sudden visual disturbance. Contact the prescriber if bleeding does not improve as expected, becomes difficult to control, or occurs with marked weakness, faintness, or severe pain.

Ask why 1 gram was selected, how many doses are intended, whether your kidneys require a different plan, and whether any current medicine should be changed or monitored.