Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
txa
noun
/tiːˈɛks eɪ/
Definition
TXA is short for tranexamic acid, a medication used to reduce bleeding during surgery or after injury.
Examples
- TXA is commonly used in trauma cases to control bleeding.
- The doctor prescribed TXA to the patient to help with excessive menstrual bleeding.
Meaning
In medical terms, TXA refers to a synthetic derivative of the amino acid lysine that helps to prevent the breakdown of blood clots.
Synonyms
- tranexamic acid
- hemostatic agent
- antifibrinolytic
