Nixa 500mg Tablet is used to treat bleeding. It helps to prevent or reduce bleeding in conditions like tooth removal, heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, nosebleed, and in any oral, prostate, or bladder surgery.

Nixa 500mg Tablet is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of clots which leads to the stoppage of bleeding. This medicine must be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should not take it if you have any known allergy to this medicine.

The most common side effects include tiredness and pain in muscle, bone, or joint. Inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any kidney disease.

This medicine is safe to use in pregnant or breastfeeding mothers. It is also safe to use in patients suffering from liver diseases. It is advised not to consume alcohol after taking this medicine as there can be excessive drowsiness.

Uses of Nixa Tablet

Bleeding

Side effects of Nixa Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Nixa

Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Joint pain
Headache
Back pain
Vomiting
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Sinus disorder
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Allergic dermatitis
Lightheadedness
Thromboembolism

How to use Nixa Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nixa 500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Nixa Tablet works

Nixa 500mg Tablet is an anti-fibrinolytic. It works by preventing the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods, or after surgery.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Nixa 500mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Nixa 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Nixa 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Nixa 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Nixa 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Nixa 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Nixa 500mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Nixa 500mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Nixa Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Nixa 500mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Nixa 500mg Tablet helps prevent or reduce heavy bleeding post surgery and in conditions such as heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and nosebleeds.
Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
If taking for heavy periods, take it on the first day as taking it before or after will not have any benefit.
Your doctor may monitor your vision regularly while you are taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.
Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive periods.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amino Acids, Peptides Analogues

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Antifibrinolytic Agents

Patient concerns

I was late on my dates this month and now having heavy bleeding with thick fluid (clots) passage from past 6-7 days This is for the 1st time happening and I am really worried.Please suggest and advice the medication

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Heavy bleeding is expected after a delayed period. Try Tranexa tablets to control the bleeding.

Suddenly from last two months m having bleeding only for 1 day during periods .I want to know reason behind it.i am taking Diane 35 now.but still the bleeding lasts for 1 day.The flow of bleeding is very slow.kindly give your suggestions.

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Hi dear. Usually bleeding decreases while on Diane 35. Also amount if bleeding would depend on how you are taking the pills. However don't worry, decrease in bleeding is expected.

FAQs

Can Nixa 500mg Tablet cause pulmonary embolism?

Nixa 500mg Tablet promotes blood clotting and can rarely cause blood clot to travel to the lungs (pulmonary embolism) which can turn fatal sometimes. Pulmonary embolism is not a common side effect in patients taking Nixa 500mg Tablet but can occur in overdosing, patients with long bedrest or prone individuals. Evidence suggests that the increased risk of clot can be due to some other additional risk factors as well.

Can you take Nixa 500mg Tablet on an empty stomach?

Nixa 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food with a glass of water. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole and should not be crushed or chewed.

Can I take Nixa 500mg Tablet for more than 5 days?

The dose and duration of this medicine is decided by the type of disease for which it is prescribed. For heavy bleeding during monthly menstruation, it is usually taken for up to 5 days. For other conditions it can be prescribed for less than 5 days and even more that 5 days which is decided by the prescribing physician.

Does Nixa 500mg Tablet affect fertility?

No, Nixa 500mg Tablet does not affect fertility. It is taken for heavy menstrual bleeding and evidence suggests no interference of this medicine with ovulation (release of eggs from the ovaries). Therefore, this medicine is not a type of contraceptive medicine and it will not affect your chances of becoming pregnant.

Can Nixa 500mg Tablet be taken for nose bleeding?

Yes, Nixa 500mg Tablet can be used for nose bleeding. It helps to clot the blood and prevent bleeding. If the bleeding is frequently observed then the medicine can be even taken for a week.

Can Nixa 500mg Tablet cause pulmonary embolism?

Can you take Nixa 500mg Tablet on an empty stomach?

Nixa 500mg Tablet can be taken with or without food with a glass of water. The medicine should be swallowed as a whole and should not be crushed or chewed.

Can I take Nixa 500mg Tablet for more than 5 days?

Does Nixa 500mg Tablet affect fertility?

Can Nixa 500mg Tablet be taken for nose bleeding?

Yes, Nixa 500mg Tablet can be used for nose bleeding. It helps to clot the blood and prevent bleeding. If the bleeding is frequently observed then the medicine can be even taken for a week.

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