Generic
name: Ardeparin Injection
Brand name: Normiflo
Description
Ardeparin is used to prevent blood clot formation following knee
replacement surgery. It is an anticoagulant (blood thinner). These blood
clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of
the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. It may also be
used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide as
determined by your doctor.
Uses
- This medication is a "blood thinner" which helps in
preventing formation of blood clots.
- It is used for various types of knee surgeries.
- Used to prevent deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful
blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs.
How to use \ dosage ?
This medication is dealt by injection under the skin, by a health care
professional usually twice a day following surgery. Injection sites will be
rotated to limit irritation. Do not inject into a muscle (intramuscularly).
Properly discard used syringes and needles. Therapy with this medication may
be continued for 7 to 14 days or until the risk of blood clot formation is
limited.
Safety tips
Do not use this medication if you have the following problems:
- Low level of platelets in your blood
- Allergy to pork products
- High blood pressure
- Stomach ulcer
- Liver or kidney disease
- Hemophilia or another blood disorder
- Bacterial endocarditis
You may not be able to use ardeparin, or you may require a dosage
adjustment or special monitoring during therapy if you have any of the
conditions listed.
SEE YOUR DOCTOR OR GET EMERGENCY HELP IMMEDIATELY IF YOU HAVE:
- Bruising or bleeding inside your body
- Weakness
- Numbness
- Difficulty in urine or pain
Common side effects
Some of common side effects are
- Pain
- Irritation
- Redness
- Mental confusion
- Trouble breathing
- Fevers
- Itching
Injection
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