✕

Download the Practo app for free

Get Rs. 200 HealthCash
Download the app now
✔ Book instant appointments 24x7
✔ Bookmark doctors for quick access
✔ Consult online with a doctor in 60s
✕
Free ₹200 worth HealthCash on app
Use HealthCash to order medicines, health products & much more
Get App
0

Pause 250 MG Tablet

Manufactured byEmcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsTranexamic Acid
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Pause 250 MG Tablet is an anti-fibrinolytic medicine (a medicine used for clotting of blood) containing Tranexamic acid. It is used in the treatment of uncontrollable bleeding conditions that are seen after tooth extraction, in menstruation, haemorrhage (the release of blood from a broken blood vessel), angioedema (painless swelling under the skin), etc. Pause 250 MG Tablet works by slowing the blood clotting and this action prevents loss of blood. It is one of the safest medicines that are used to control bleeding. Pause 250 MG Tablet may cause side effects such as pain in the chest, cough, shortness of breath, swelling of limbs, fatigue, etc. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen. Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid driving vehicles or doing activities that require your concentration after taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Pause 250 MG Tablet is a prescription medicine. It can be taken with or without food. The dose of this medicine and the duration of treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your health condition and other underlying problems. Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Pause 250 MG Tablet. Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking Pause 250 MG Tablet. Also, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, eye or heart problems before starting the treatment with this capsule.
QUICK LINKS:
Side effectsConcernsUsageRelated products

How will this medicine affect me?

Consult top doctors online and get an answer now.
Consult now

Looking for a doctor?

Book an appointment with the top doctors near you
Book now

Should you be taking this medicine?

Consult with a Doctor for the best diagnosis.

Looking for a doctor?

Book an appointment with the top doctors near you

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Pause 250 MG Tablet

Trapic 250 MG Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pause 250 MG Tablet

Headache

Sinusitis like symptoms

Back pain

Diarrhoea

Pale skin

Allergic skin reaction

Muscle or joint pain

Unusual tiredness and weakness

Change in color vision

Difficulty in breathing

Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet

Dizziness and fainting

Presence of blood in cough

Uses of Pause 250 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Menorrhagia

Menorrhagia is a condition of prolonged and heavy menstrual bleeding. This is a common condition in many women but sometimes it becomes necessary to use medicines to control blood loss. Pause 250 MG Tablet is widely used to control blood loss in this condition.

Hereditary angioedema

Hereditary angioedema is a condition in which swelling of the arms, legs, face, intestines, etc., can be seen and this swelling leads to damage of blood vessels and develops internal bleeding. Pause 250 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of Hereditary angioedema.

Short-term management of hemorrhage

A haemorrhage is a condition in which blood vessels are damaged and clots are formed as a result, blood flow decreases. At the same time, blood loss or internal bleeding is high. Pause 250 MG Tablet is used to form stable clots which promote proper healing of blood vessels and reduce the risk of serious conditions.

Epistaxis

Epistaxis is commonly known as nose bleeding, is caused due to many underlying conditions such as local trauma/injury, sinus infection, prolonged inhalation of dry air, etc. Pause 250 MG Tablet is used to reduce the symptoms of Epistaxis.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The amount of time required for Pause 250 MG Tablet to start showing its effect is not known.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The amount of time for which Pause 250 MG Tablet remains active in the body is not known.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Pause 250 MG Tablet as may increase the risk of drowsiness and dizziness.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Pause 250 MG Tablet

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Pause 250 MG Tablet is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any harm to your foetus. However, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    Pause 250 MG Tablet is safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Pause 250 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Acquired defective color vision

Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in people with defective colour vision/colour blindness (a condition in which the individual may have difficulty in identifying different shades of colours) as this medicine has been reported to worsen this condition.

Subarachnoid hemorrhage

Subarachnoid haemorrhage is a condition in which there is bleeding into the area between the brain and its outer covering due to the rupture of a blood vessel.Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in such conditions as it may worsen your health condition and cause serious side effects.

Obstructive blood clotting disorder

Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have clotting disorders of the heart and blood vessels as may lead to serious side effects. The clots may also move from the place of origin and lodge in other locations.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Pause 250 MG Tablet is generally safe to be used in pregnancy. It is not known to cause any harm to your foetus. However, if you are pregnant, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Pause 250 MG Tablet is safe to be used during breastfeeding. However, if you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

General warnings

Use of contraceptives

Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in women using hormonal contraceptives (pills, patches, vaginal rings, or injections) as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.

Clotting disorders

Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a history of clotting disorders or have an active disorder.

Eye disorders

Pause 250 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have a condition where the blood vessels of your eye are obstructed due to clot formation.

Other medicines

Pause 250 MG Tablet is known to interact with many other medicines that you may be using. Report the use of all medications to your doctor before taking this medicine.

Missed Dose

Do not skip any dose of Pause 250 MG Tablet. If you forget to take a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Pause 250 MG Tablet, seek immediate medical guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Pause 250 MG Tablet as may increase the risk of drowsiness and dizziness.

Interaction with Medicine

Tamoxifen

Ethinyl Estradiol

Tretinoin

Factor IX complex

Disease interactions

Kidney diseases

Pause 250 MG Tablet may increase the risk of kidney injury if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may suggest some tests to monitor your kidney function while you are on treatment with this medicine.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Pause 250 MG Tablet is used in treating bleeding disorders. Take Pause 250 MG Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine can be taken with or without food. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects after taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have kidney, eye or heart problems before taking this medicine. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking Pause 250 MG Tablet as it may make you drowsy or sleepy. Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Do not use it after the date of expiry. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly.

Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works

Pause 250 MG Tablet works by stopping the formation of enzyme plasmin, which promotes the breakdown of fibrin clots to control excessive bleeding during periods, or after surgery.

Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous coagulation modifiers, Antifibrinolytic agents

Schedule

Schedule H

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Boots Cyklo-F Heavy Period Relief 500 Mg Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (Emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 January 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/medicine/24170>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Tranexamic Acid. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 January 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/5526>

Drugs, H., 2021. Tranexamic Acid: Medlineplus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 20 January 2021].

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a612021.html>

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 20 January 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2359.pdf>

Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - TRANEXAMIC ACID tablet, film coated. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 25 October 2021].

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=3f07e93b-3568-487e-894f-8f90e5a0960a#LINK_4387b239-4a1a-47ff-9bd6-f3afddf6358d>

Related Questions

Question:
Hi, I have observed that sometimes I take pause in breathing. I inhale then exhale and take pause. A...more
Answer from Dr. Amit Kumar
What is ur weight and height Feno values PFT if any done Any one in family with...more
Question:
M already down. But i need a pause for certain water sports. What best i can do? Please suggest. I r...more
Answer from Dr. Neelu Agrawal
Incomplete information as to when had pds and what time till you want them to st...more
Question:
Hi I want to know that PAUSE 500 is used in which situations.Help me out.Is it used for stoping of b...more
Answer from Dr. Pratibha Aggarwal
Can use pause 500 for short period
Question:
If taking pause 500 twice a day how long it takes to stop bleeding clots.Please help.Having periods ...more
Answer from Dr. Inthu
Long use of pause 500 mg can cause stroke and clotting problems
Question:
I feel that my heart beat is paused or a pause  in breathing sometimes when I try to close my eyes t...more
Answer from Dr. Jaimini Thakkar
It's not sleep apnea. consult pulmonologist once.
Something doesn’t feel right?
Report an error

Information on this page was last updated on 11 Nov 2021

Disclaimer

We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&C here.