NOVABLOCK 500mg Tablet 10?s Allschoolabs -

Description

INTRODUCTION
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET contains Tranexamic Acid which belongs to theroup of medicines called Antifibrinolytics. It is used in the prevention and treatment of bleeding in conditions such as heavy menstrual bleeding in women, bleeding inside the digestive system (Ex. inflammatory bowel disease), bleeding from the nose, blood in urine (not caused by the kidney (renal parenchyma)), control bleeding after dental extraction in patients with coagulopathies and after cervix surgery. ??????
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with blood clotting disorder or consumption coagulopathy, kidney disease, fits or seizure disorder, irregular menstrual cycle, acquired disturbances of color vision, venous or arterial thrombosis, active thromboembolic diseases such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and cerebral thrombosis, subarachnoid hemorrhage and blood in urine during periods. ?
Before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you had or have changes in normal bleeding pattern, family history of endometrial cancer, abnormal bleeding between periods, bleeding during or after sexual intercourse, premenstrual pain, lower abdominal pain, bleeding after menopause, are at risk of having a blood clot, diabetic, overweight, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). ??
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET. Your doctor may recommend you to take relevant tests to understand your existing condition.
Safety and effectiveness of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET in children and adolescents below 18 years of age has not been established yet and it is not recommended for use in elderly women after menopause (stoppage of periods). ?
The most common side effects of taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, tiredness and stomach pain. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effect worsens. ?
USES OF NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET
It is used to treat and prevent bleeding in conditions such as:
Heavy menstrual bleeding in women

Bleeding from the nose

Bleeding inside the digestive system (gastrointestinal system, Ex. inflammatory bowel disease)) ?

Blood in urine (not caused by the kidney (renal parenchyma))

Bleeding after undergoing surgery (such as dental extraction in patients with coagulopathies, cervix surgery) ?

HOW NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET WORKS
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET prevents bleeding by blocking the plasminogen from binding with fibrin which results in bleeding. As a result, it prevents and controls bleeding associated with various conditions.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole and do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not take this medicine before your period has started as it will not work properly. Your doctor will decide the correct dose, duration and frequency of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET for you depending upon age, weight and disease conditions.
SIDE EFFECTS OF NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET

COMMON

Nausea, vomiting

Diarrhea, stomach pain

Headache

Sinus and nasal symptoms

Back, muscle or joint pain

Muscle cramps

Migraine

Anemia

Tiredness

UNCOMMON

Allergic skin reactions

RARE

Thromboembolic events (blood clot in vein)

Vision disturbances

Giddiness
Stop taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
Impaired vision (especially color), blood clot in the eye

Itchy, red or swollen skin

Serious blood clots

Pain or feelings of heaviness in the chest

Pain or swelling in the arms or legs

Sudden shortness of breath, fainting

Coughing up blood

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Nausea or vomiting:
Stick to simple meals while taking this medicine. Avoid eating oily rich, fried or spicy foods. Do not lie down or sleep immediately after eating. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Diarrhoea:
Drink lot of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating high-fat or spicy foods. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhea and consult your doctor if the symptomets worse.?? ?
Headache:
Drink ample amount of water and avoid skipping meals.et adequate rest. Try to be relaxed and stress free. Apply pain relieving balm on your forehead if necessary. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.???
Stomach pain:
Try to rest and relax. Eat and drink slowly or try to have smaller meals more frequently. Keep a heat pad on your stomach. If the symptom does not improve, consult your doctor.?
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

PREGNANCY
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if considered clearly necessary. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant before using NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
BREASTFEEDING
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women only if advised by the doctor as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machines if you experience dizziness after taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
KIDNEY
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney impairment. ?NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney impairment and your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon kidney function. Consult your doctor for advice before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
LIVER
No dose adjustment is required in patients with hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor for advice. ?
ALLERGY
Do not take NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET if you are allergic to Tranexamic Acid or any other ingredients of this medicine.
LUNGS
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with pulmonary embolism (arteries of the lungs are blocked by clot). Consult your doctor before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET. ?
OTHERS
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use if you:
Have a blood clotting disorder (consumption coagulopathy)

Have history of fits or seizure disorder

Have an irregular menstrual cycle

Have acquired disturbances of color vision

Have history of venous or arterial thrombosis (blood clot in artery/veins)

Have deep vein thrombosis, cerebral thrombosis (blood clot of cerebral vein in brain)

Have subarachnoid hemorrhage (bleeding in space between brain and tissue covering the brain)

Have blood in urine between periods
Before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET inform your physician if you:
Have changes in normal bleeding pattern

Have family history of endometrial cancer

Have abnormal bleeding between the periods

Have bleeding during or after sexual intercourse

Have premenstrual pain or lower abdominal pain

Have bleeding after menopause

Have obstruction of the urinary tract

Are at a risk for the formation of a blood clot

Are diabetic

Are overweight

Have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Use in pediatrics:
Safety and effectiveness of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET in children and adolescents below 18 years of age has not been established yet. Consult your child?s doctor for advice.?
Use ineriatrics:
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in elderly women after menopause (stoppage of periods). Consult your doctor before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:
Ethinyl estradiol, levonorgestrel (oral contraceptives used to prevent pregnancy)

Estrogen (used to treat hormone disorder)

Streptokinase, reteplase, tenecteplase (used to a breakdown blood clots)

Tamoxifen (used to treat breast cancer)

Trans-retinoic acid (used to treat acne)

Factor IX complex concentrates (used to stop bleeding)
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET, contact your doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital immediately. Overdosage symptoms of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abnormal blood pressure, impaired vision, abnormal mental status, skin rashes, dizziness and fits or seizures.
SYNOPSIS

Drug :??
Tranexamic Acid
Pharmacological Category :??
Antifibrinolytics
Therapeutic Indication :??
Prevent and treats bleeding in various conditions
Dosage Forms :??
Tablet,el, Injection
MORE INFORMATION

Keep out of reach from children

Store at room temperature

FAQs ABOUT NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET
Is NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET safe for use in patients with impaired kidney function?
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney impairment.? NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney impairment and your doctor may adjust the dose depending upon kidney function. Consult your doctor for advice before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
Does NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET cause loose stools?
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET can cause side effects such as loose stools. To manage this effect, drink lot of fluids, such as water to keep yourself hydrated. Avoid eating high-fat or spicy foods. Try to avoid taking any medicine on your own to treat diarrhea and consult your doctor if the symptomets worse.
Is NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET used for heavy menstrual bleeding?
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET is used only when your periods are regular to control heavy menstrual bleeding. It reduces the amount of blood lost during your period but may not help other symptoms such as period pain. Do not take this medicine if your periods are not heavy. Consult your doctor before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.
What are the common side effects of NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, tiredness, muscle cramps, migraine, anemia (lack of red blood cells), stomach pain, sinus and nasal symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effect worsens. ????
Can NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET be used in pregnant women?
NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly advised by the doctor. Inform your doctor immediately if you become pregnant or think you may be pregnant before taking NOVABLOCK 500MG TABLET.?
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