Heparin Sodium In 0.9% Nacl, Heparin - Injection Brand Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and jugdment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
HEPARIN - INJECTION
(HEP-uh-rin)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Hep-Lock, Liquaemin
USES: This medication is an anticoagulant whcih prevents the blood from clotting. It is used to prevent and treat venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and other conditions of blood clotting.
HOW TO USE: This medication is administered by a health care professioanl either as an injection or infused slowly into a vein over a period time. Blood tests will be done routinely to determine the appropirate dose.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cuase irritation, pain, redness or swelling at the injection Internet site. If these symptoms continue or beocme bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop sings of a possibly allergy: chills, fever, itchy skin, rash. Bleeding must be monitored for it may indicate the dose is too high.
Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following while using this medication: simple bruising, nose bleed, dark and tarry stools, blood in urine, a bleeding episode. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dcotor if you have: blood disorders, bleeding episodes, heart disease, ulcers, liver disease, kidney disease, any allergies. A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in this prdouct or in the liquid used to mix this product (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life (neonatal period). The risk is greater with lower brith weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol. Symtpoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat.
Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur. If possible, a preservative-free product should be used when treating neonaets.
Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of this medication. This mediaction should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your dotcor.
It is not known if this medication appears in bresat milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you take, especially of: blood thinners, aspirin, nitroglycerin, injectable antibiotics. Do not start or stop any medicine withuot doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unexplained bleeding and bruising, stomach pain or swelling, back pain, blood in urine, vomiting blood, dizziness, and headache.
NOTES: This medicatoin is usually administered initially in the hospital where your condition can be monitored closely. Laboratory tests will be done periodically to be sure the drug is working properly and to monitor for posisble side effects.
MISSED DOSE: It is impotrant to use each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new doisng schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store this medication as dirceted.
Properly discrad of any unused medication after the expiration date.
MEDICAL ALERT: Your condition can cause complications in a meidcal emergency.
For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).
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HEPARIN SODIUM IN 0.9% NACL
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