Phrase guide

tranexamic acid

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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  • /ˌtɹæn.ɛkˌsæm.ɪk ˈæs.ɪd/
  • rhymes with -æsɪd

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noun

Meaning 1

A synthetic compound derived from cyclohexane which inhibits the breakdown of fibrin in blood clots and is used to treat hemorrhage.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: medicine, pharmacology, sciences

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From trans- + (cycloh)ex(ane) + am(ino) + -ic acid.

Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: traneksaamihappo — drug for bleeding