Heparin 25000Iu Injection

Heparin 25000Iu Injection contains Heparin, an anticoagulant used to prevent and treat abnormal blood clotting in various medical conditions.

Benefits

This injection helps prevent the formation of harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, and heart, and also stops existing clots from growing larger. It can dissolve clots and alleviate pain and inflammation by improving blood flow, thereby enhancing the overall healing process.

Uses and Indications

• Prophylaxis and treatment of venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
• Prevention of postoperative deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• Treatment of acute and chronic consumptive coagulopathies, such as disseminated intravascular coagulation.
• Prevention of clotting during arterial and cardiac surgery.
• Prophylaxis and treatment of peripheral arterial embolism.
• Anticoagulant use in blood transfusions, extracorporeal circulation, and dialysis procedures.
• Treatment of unstable angina pectoris and acute peripheral arterial occlusion.
• Prophylaxis of mural thrombosis following myocardial infarction.
• Prevention of blood clots in intravenous catheters.

The Heparin 25000Iu Injection contains:

• Heparin 25000Iu (active ingredient).

Dosage and Administration

Heparin 25000Iu Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor or other trained healthcare professional. The medicine is given either intravenously (into a vein) or by deep subcutaneous injection (under the skin). The exact dose and frequency of administration will be determined by your doctor based on your medical condition, weight, and response to treatment. Do not inject this medicine into a muscle.

Storage and Disposal

• Store Heparin 25000Iu Injection between 15°C and 30°C.
• Protect from freezing.
• For single-dose vials, discard any unused portion. For multiple-dose vials, discard any unused portion 28 days after the initial puncture.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Precautions and Safety

• Heparin increases the risk of bleeding, which can be severe or life-threatening. Your doctor will conduct regular blood tests to monitor your blood-clotting time and platelet levels.
• Inform your doctor or dentist about your heparin use before any surgery, dental work, or medical procedures.
• Use with caution in elderly patients, as they may have a higher risk of bleeding and may require dose adjustments.
• This medicine contains benzyl alcohol, which is contraindicated in premature babies and neonates due to the risk of serious adverse reactions.
• Caution is advised in patients with kidney or liver disease, bleeding disorders, severe hypertension, or peptic ulcers.
• There is a risk of hyperkalemia (high potassium levels) and osteoporosis with long-term use.
• Avoid intramuscular injections.

Side Effects and Risks

• Common side effects include unusual bruising or bleeding (e.g., bleeding gums, blood in urine or stool), abdominal pain, back pain, and injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling, skin changes).
• Serious side effects can include severe headache, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, sudden trouble walking, vision changes, or signs of new blood clots (e.g., sudden numbness or weakness, problems with speech, swelling in an arm or leg).
• Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), a severe reduction in platelet count, can occur and may lead to serious complications, including new blood clots.
• Allergic reactions, including skin rash, itching, wheezing, and swelling of the eyes or lips, are possible.

Disclaimer

Use this medicine only under the prescription and guidance of a qualified doctor or pharmacist.