Fondaflo 2.5MG injection is an anticoagulant which is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It prevents the existing clots from becoming larger and inhibits the formation of new clots. It is prescribed in deep vein thrombosis (blood clot formation in legs), pulmonary embolism (blood clot in lung), prophylaxis for myocardial infarction (prevent clot formation in vessels that supply blood to heart), stroke and in prevention of thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) as well as prophylaxis of ischemic complications in unstable angina. It is a perfect blood thinner and keeps the blood flowing smoothly. This medicine also helps in preventing the formation of blood clots in catheters that are placed in veins for a prolonged period of time. However, the uses of this injection mentioned here are not comprehensive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
The active ingredient of Fondaflo 2.5MG injection is Fondaparinux sodium 2.5MG
Fondaparinux sodium is a low molecular weight heparin with anticoagulant properties. It works by inactivating blood clotting proteins such as thrombin, thereby preventing the formation of blood clots and prevents blockages in the blood vessels of the body.
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before using Fondaflo 2.5MG injection:
Fondaflo 2.5MG injection is usually well tolerated when taken in the prescribed dosage guidelines. Most of the side effects are generally mild and you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Do not self-administer Fondaflo 2.5MG injection, your nurse or trained physician will give you the medicine. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor carefully. Continue to take the medicine till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions or as advised by your doctor. If a dose is missing, it should be taken as soon as possible.
The injection can be taken with or without food.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount suggested even though the symptoms disappear after the medicine has begun.
Avoid taking Fondaflo 2.5MG injection more than the prescribed dosage. Since this injection will be given by doctor or nurse, therefore it is less likely that you will receive overdose of the medicine. If there should be an occurrence of unplanned excess, look for any new signs or symptoms. Overdose of the medicine leads to haemorrhagic complications.
Use Fondaflo 2.5MG injection on the advice of medical practitioner. Complete avoidance of the medication may be required in the following conditions:
Caution is advised among patients with severe renal impairment. Dose adjustments of the injection may be needed. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is recommended while taking this injection. If you have any renal problems, it is highly recommended that you consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
The injection should be used with caution in patients with moderate and severe liver disease. We highly recommend that you consult your doctor before the use. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of skin and eyes, itching and clay-colored stools while taking this injection.
This injection is not considered safe to use in pregnant women unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown no or low effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before taking this injection.
This medication is passed to infants through mother’s milk. Breastfed infants should be closely monitored. Since limited information is available about the safety of taking this injection, consult your doctor if you are nursing mother and stay on the safe side.
Interaction of alcohol with this injection is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately.
The medicine does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you notice any abnormal reactions after taking the medicine do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
There are no known food interactions with this injection.
All medicines interact differently for person to person. Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription. Alert your doctor if you’re taking Fondaflo 2.5MG injection along with enoxaparin, NSAIDs, clopidogrel, warfarin, alteplase, heparin, desirudin.
Category B: Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
Anticoagulants and Antiplatelets
It is an anticoagulant which is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It prevents the existing clots from becoming larger and inhibits the formation of new clots. It is prescribed in deep vein thrombosis (blood clot formation in legs), pulmonary embolism (blood clot in lung), prophylaxis for myocardial infarction (prevent clot formation in vessels that supply blood to heart), stroke and in prevention of thromboembolism in atrial fibrillation (irregular heartbeat) as well as prophylaxis of ischemic complications in unstable angina. It is a perfect blood thinner and keeps the blood flowing smoothly. This medicine also helps in preventing the formation of blood clots in catheters that are placed in veins for a prolonged period of time.
The injection is well tolerated when taken in prescribed dosage guidelines. Most common side effects include injection site reactions (pain, redness, swelling), haemorrhage at injection site, anaemia (low number of red blood cells), nausea, constipation, peripheral or unspecified oedema, hypotension, urinary retention, fever, dizziness, diarrhoea.
The injection can be taken with or without food.
Tell your doctor if you have an allergy to any ingredients used in the injection. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of the components used in the injection, active major bleeding, bacterial endocarditis, severe renal impairment. Caution is advised among patients with haemorrhagic stroke, active bleeding disorder, uncontrolled hypertension, active gastrointestinal ulceration, surgeries, hepatic and moderate renal impairment, children and elderly, pregnancy and lactation.
The medicine does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you notice any abnormal reactions after taking the medicine do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
The injection is usually well tolerated when taken in the recommended dosage guidelines. Since this injection will be given by doctor or nurse, therefore it is less likely that you will receive overdose of the medicine. If there should be an occurrence of unplanned excess, look for any new signs or symptoms. Overdose of the medicine leads to haemorrhagic complications.
This injection is not considered safe to use in pregnant women unless the potential benefits outweigh the risks involved. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown no or low effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before taking this injection.
No, do not take the medicine without doctor’s prescription.
Interaction of alcohol with this injection is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately.
Store the medicine at room temperature (2-8 degree Celsius) in a cool and dry place. Do not freeze. Keep the injection according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Store the medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed.
The safety and efficacy of using this medicine in children has not been clinically established.
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is within 2-3 hours of administration.
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is for about 12 hours.
Medicines should always be taken under medical supervision. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor: for dosage and duration.
The number of days that any medicine must be taken varies from patient to patient; and case to case. So always stick to your doctor’s suggestion about how many days to take this medicine.
Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the dosage and duration.
Note: All of the above information is for reference purpose only. It is always recommended that you consult a medical professional.
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