Which pill stops heavy bleeding best? new study pits mefenamic acid against tranexamic acid

NCT ID NCT06369012

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested two drugs—mefenamic acid and tranexamic acid—to see which works better for controlling abnormal uterine bleeding in women aged 15 to 45. A total of 130 participants took one of the two medications, and researchers measured how much bleeding decreased. The goal was to find a safe, effective option for managing this common condition.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Ain Shams University Hospitals

    Cairo, Egypt

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