Short answer: The tranexamic acid (Lysteda) Patient Information says to take a missed dose when you remember, then take your next dose at least six hours later. Do not take more than two tablets at a time to make up for missed doses, and no more than 6 tablets in a day. It is used for up to 5 days during a period.
| Situation | What the label says |
|---|---|
| Schedule | 1300 mg (two 650 mg tablets) three times a day, for up to 5 days during monthly menstruation (2.2) |
| Missed a dose | Take it when you remember (Patient Information) |
| Next dose | At least six hours later (Patient Information) |
| Catching up | No more than two tablets at a time (Patient Information) |
| Most per day | No more than 6 tablets in a day (Patient Information) |
The Patient Information says: if you miss a dose, take it when you remember, and then take your next dose at least six hours later. Do not take more than two tablets at a time to make up for missed doses.
Example: you planned doses at 8 a.m., 4 p.m. and midnight and remember the 4 p.m. dose at 7 p.m. Under the leaflet you would take it at 7 p.m. and the next dose no earlier than 1 a.m.
The Patient Information says do not take more than 6 tablets in a day, and to call your healthcare provider if you take more than 6. Section 2.2 gives 1300 mg three times daily (3900 mg/day) for a maximum of 5 days during monthly menstruation. Section 2.3 lowers the dose for kidney problems.
This page uses the current DailyMed label for tranexamic acid tablets, USP 650 mg under the Lysteda application (NDA 022430). The label text calls the product tranexamic acid USP tablets.
This page summarizes FDA labeling. It is not personalized medical advice; confirm what to do with your prescriber or pharmacist.