OriginDerived from the antifibrinolytic compound family, synthesized as an analog of the amino acid lysine. Produced through chemical synthesis via cyclization and amination of starting materials derived from lysine or similar amino acid precursors.
Tranexamic acid is a monocarboxylic acid. It has a role as an antifibrinolytic drug and a hematologic agent. It is functionally related to a cyclohexanecarboxylic acid.
Formula
C8H15NO2
Mol. Weight
157.21
CAS #
1197-18-8
State
Solid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
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Buffering
Controls excess oil
Minimizes pores
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