Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding and menstrual pain. It prevents the breakdown of blood clots to control excessive bleeding during periods. It also blocks the production of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet1 and Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet2.

Uses of Zoxistat Tablet

Treatment of Heavy menstrual bleeding
Treatment of Menstrual pain

Benefits of Zoxistat Tablet

In Treatment of Heavy menstrual bleeding

Heavy menstrual bleeding is definitely a concern for every woman. Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of medicine that helps treat heavy menstrual bleeding. It helps the lining of the uterus or womb to clot during periods and thus reduces heavy bleeding. It is advisable to use the medicine as prescribed for it to be effective. Also, you can do yoga or meditation to reduce stress and divert your mind during those days.

In Treatment of Menstrual pain

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet relieves the pain due to muscle cramps during menstrual cycles (periods). It blocks the pain signals, relaxes the muscles and prevents sudden contractions (spasms) of muscles. This treats your pain and discomfort. You may also use a heating pad, take a hot water shower, avoid stress and try mild exercise for easing out the pain.

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Side effects of Zoxistat 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 Zoxistat

Nausea
Vomiting
Heartburn
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Nasal congestion (stuffy nose)
Headache
Tiredness
Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Stomach pain
Sinus pain
Sinus inflammation

How to use Zoxistat 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. Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg 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

UNSAFE

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zoxistat Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Zoxistat Tablet

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet helps relieve menstrual pain and abnormally heavy menstrual bleeding.
Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
Take it with food to avoid an upset stomach.
Take it on the first day of a heavy period. Taking it before or after will not have any benefit.
Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive menstrual periods.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Patient concerns

Suddenly heavy menstrual bleeding

Dr. Megha Gupta

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Tablet tranexa 500mg thrice a fay

I want to know about copper t is it safe to use for upto 2 years and does it have any side effects, is it possible copper t could be broken themselves

Dr. Jyoti Arora

Sexology

Copper-T is safe as a method of contraception but in some cases it causes heavy bleeding during menstrual cycle.If you have pain in the lower abdomen and heavy bleeding during your cycles then you should get yourself checked by a gynaecologist

FAQs

Zoxistat Tablet

What is Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet?

Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Tranexamic Acid and Mefenamic Acid. This medication is used to treat pain and is used to treat heavy bleeding during menstrual cycle (monthly periods) in women.

Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet?

Yes, it is considered to be harmful for patients with severe kidney failure, active intravascular clotting (obstruction in the blood flow due to blood clots), and color vision disorders.

What is the recommended storage condition for Zoxistat 500mg/250mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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References

Mefenamic acid. Egham, Surrey: Chemidex Pharma Ltd.; 2005 [revised 7 Dec. 2015]. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Medscape. Tranexamic acid. [Accessed 10 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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