This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Trauma, Subject name: Surgery
Which of the following is being used in trauma patients to control bleeding 
Select and explain. 
A. Traneximic acid, B. Haemocoagulase, C. Aprotinin, D. Fondaparinux
A: Traneximic acid
Answer: A: Traneximic acid 
Explanation: Tranexamic acid is an antifibrinolytic drug that reduces the risk of moality from bleeding in both blunt and penetrating trauma. One gram is given intravenously over 10 minutes, followed by a fuher 1 g dose over 8 hours. Tranexamic acid should be given to all trauma patients suspected to have significant haemorrhage, including those with a systolic blood pressure of <110 mmHg or a pulse of over 110 per minute.It needs to be administered within 3 hours of injuryBailey and love 27e 324