Tranexamic acid is a medicine that has been used for decades to help control bleeding. Separately, it has also been studied for its role in managing skin pigmentation. In some cases, it may be used in combination with vitamin C, depending on individual assessment.
Considered uses
- Melasma — hormone- and sun-related patchy pigmentation
- Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation — discolouration after acne, injury, or laser treatment
- Uneven skin tone — assessed case by case (*Suitability is determined by our doctor at consultation).
*A note on this treatment*
Tranexamic acid is formally approved for the management of bleeding. Its use for pigmentation is applied at our doctor’s professional discretion, and will be discussed with you at consultation.
It should be noted that the treatment must be performed by registered doctors, and relevant risks should be understood clearly before the treatment. If there is any problem after the treatment, consultation with the attending medical practitioner is necessary.
