Uses of Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution:

• It is used to treat or prevent bleeding.

What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution?

• If you are allergic to aminocaproic acid injection solution; any part of aminocaproic acid injection solution; or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had.
• If you have blood clots.
• If you are taking any of these drugs: Factor IX complex or anti-inhibitor coagulant complex.

This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with aminocaproic acid injection solution.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take aminocaproic acid injection solution with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.

What are some things I need to know or do while I take Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution?

• Tell all of your health care providers that you take aminocaproic acid injection solution. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
• Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor.
• This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take aminocaproic acid injection solution.
• This medicine has benzyl alcohol in it. Benzyl alcohol may cause very bad and sometimes deadly side effects in newborns or infants. If you have questions, talk with the doctor.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on getting pregnant, or are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks to you and the baby.

How is this medicine (Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution) best taken?

Use aminocaproic acid injection solution as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.

• It is given into a vein for a period of time.

What do I do if I miss a dose?

• Call your doctor to find out what to do.

What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away?

WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:

• Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
• A heartbeat that does not feel normal.
• Slow heartbeat.
• Any unexplained bruising or bleeding.
• Swelling.
• Seizures.
• Very bad dizziness or passing out.
• Hallucinations (seeing or hearing things that are not there).
• Feeling confused.
• Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight.
• Fever, chills, or sore throat.
• Change in eyesight.
• Ringing in ears.
• Pain, redness, or swelling where the shot was given.
• Call your doctor right away if you have signs of a blood clot like chest pain or pressure; coughing up blood; shortness of breath; swelling, warmth, numbness, change of color, or pain in a leg or arm; or trouble speaking or swallowing.
• Very bad muscle problems have happened with aminocaproic acid injection solution. This can also lead to kidney problems. Tell your doctor if you have muscle pain or weakness, especially if you feel very tired or weak or have a fever. Tell your doctor if you are not able to pass urine or you have a change in how much urine is passed.

What are some other side effects of Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution?

All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:

• Headache.
• Upset stomach or throwing up.
• Stomach pain or diarrhea.
• Feeling dizzy, tired, or weak.
• Nose stuffiness.

These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.

How do I store and/or throw out Aminocaproic Acid Injection Solution?

• If you need to store aminocaproic acid injection solution at home, talk with your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist about how to store it.

Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer

• If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor.
• Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs.
• Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets.
• Throw away unused or expired drugs. Do not flush down a toilet or pour down a drain unless you are told to do so. Check with your pharmacist if you have questions about the best way to throw out drugs. There may be drug take-back programs in your area.
• Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about aminocaproic acid injection solution, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened.