Evana Heavy Period Relief Tablets are specially formulated to address the issues associated with heavy periods. These tablets contain 500mg of tranexamic acid which is a medication that has been widely used to treat heavy periods, also known as menorrhagia. It works by preventing blood clots from breaking down and reducing the amount of blood loss during menstruation.

Tranexamic acid exerts its effect by binding to the lysine-binding sites of plasminogen and plasmin, thereby blocking their interaction with fibrin. Fibrin is a protein involved in the formation of blood clots. By preventing the breakdown of clot-forming proteins, tranexamic acid promotes clot stability, reducing excessive bleeding.

Moreover, tranexamic acid has been found to have anti-inflammatory properties, which can further contribute to its efficacy in controlling bleeding. Studies have shown that it can inhibit certain inflammatory mediators, potentially reducing tissue damage and swelling at the site of injury or surgery.

Directions

Evana should be used only after heavy menstrual bleeding has begun. The suggested dosage is:

• Take 2 Evana tablets 3 times daily as needed, but for no more than 4 days.
• This dosage may be increased to 4 times daily for very heavy menstrual bleeding, but no more than 8 tablets (4g) should be taken in one day.
• Evana can be used for as long as your periods remain regular and heavy
• However, if you have used the medication as directed for 3 periods and have not seen a reduction in your menstrual bleeding, you should consult your pharmacist or doctor. They might suggest an alternative non-hormonal treatment or a hormonal medication.

It is important to always read the label and follow the advice of your doctor when taking Evana.

Do not take Evana Heavy Period Relief if your periods are not heavy.

Active ingredient: Tranexamic acid 500mg

The inactive ingredients are: Calcium hydrogen phosphate (anhydrous), croscarmellose sodium, povidone, talc and magnesium stearate.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Evana can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Possible side effects from Evana may include:

• Gastrointestinal discomfort, such as diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting (may affect up to 1 in 10 patients)
• Allergic skin reactions (may affect up to 1 in 100 patients)
• Hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 patients)

Please refer to the patient information leaflet for full details of possible side effects. If you do experience any side effects when taking Evana, you should seek advice from a healthcare professional.

Do not take Evana Heavy Period Relief if your periods are not regular.

Do not take Evana Heavy Period Relief if:

• you are allergic to tranexamic acid or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• you are under 18 years of age.
• you have kidney problems.
• you have or have ever had a blood clot, for example in your leg or lungs.
• anyone in your family has suffered from blood clots in their blood vessels.
• you have blood in your urine between your periods.
• your periods are irregular.
• you are taking medicines to prevent or treat blood clots (e.g. warfarin).

Talk to your pharmacist or doctor before taking Evana Heavy Period Relief if:

• you are over 45 years old.
• you are diabetic.
• you are very overweight (obese).
• you have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
• your mother, grandmother, aunt or sister has or has had endometrial cancer.
• you have recently noticed a change in your normal bleeding pattern.
• you have abnormal bleeding between your periods.
• you bleed after sexual intercourse.
• you have pain during sexual intercourse.
• you have pain before the start of your period (also known as premenstrual pain).
• you have pelvic pain (pain in the lower abdomen).
• you thought you had gone through the menopause, but now you have started bleeding again.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Do not take Evana Heavy Period Relief if you are pregnant as it may cause problems for your unborn baby. If you think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby or are breastfeeding, you should ask your pharmacist or doctor for advice before taking this medicine.