APROTEC INJECTION
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Product introduction
APROTEC INJECTION is used to treat bleeding. It helps to prevent or reduce heavy bleeding after any surgery and in conditions such as heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, or nosebleeds.
APROTEC INJECTION must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer this medicine at home. You should not use it if you have any known allergies from this injection.
It may cause injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness in some people. Let your doctor know if they bother you. Additionally, inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any liver disease.
APROTEC INJECTION must be administered under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer this medicine at home. You should not use it if you have any known allergies from this injection.
It may cause injection site reactions such as pain, swelling, and redness in some people. Let your doctor know if they bother you. Additionally, inform your doctor if you have undergone any cardiac surgery or you are suffering from any liver disease.
Uses of Aprotec Injection
Side effects of Aprotec Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Aprotec
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
How to use Aprotec Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Aprotec Injection works
APROTEC INJECTION prevents the breakdown of clots and stops bleeding.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with APROTEC INJECTION. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
APROTEC INJECTION is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
APROTEC INJECTION is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as APROTEC INJECTION is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
APROTEC INJECTION is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of APROTEC INJECTION may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of APROTEC INJECTION in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Aprotec Injection?
If you miss a dose of APROTEC INJECTION, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- APROTEC INJECTION helps prevent or reduce heavy bleeding post surgery and in conditions such as heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and nosebleeds.
- It is given as a slow injection into a vein.
- Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
- Your doctor may monitor your vision regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.
- APROTEC INJECTION helps prevent or reduce heavy bleeding post surgery and in conditions such as heavy periods, dysfunctional uterine bleeding, and nosebleeds.
- Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
- If taking for heavy periods, take it on the first day as taking it before or after will not have any benefit.
- Your doctor may monitor your vision regularly while you are taking this medicine.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of kidney or liver disease.
- Inform your doctor if there is no improvement in your bleeding after using this medicine for three consecutive periods.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino Acids, Peptides Analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Antifibrinolytic Agents
Patient concerns
FAQs
What APROTEC INJECTION is and what it is used for?
APROTEC INJECTION belongs to a group of medicines called antifibrinolytics, i.e. medicines to prevent blood loss.
How is APROTEC INJECTION given?
This injection will usually be given to you lying down by slow injection or infusion (through ‘a drip’) through a catheter into a larger vein in your body.
Can APROTEC INJECTION be given to children?
This injection should be avoided in children since its safety and efficacy in children below the age of 18 years have not been established. Consult your doctor for more advice.
What other medications should be avoided while taking APROTEC INJECTION?
It is advisable to avoid taking any other anti-fibrinolytic and antibiotics while taking APROTEC INJECTION. Inform your doctor before the start of the treatment if you are taking any of these.
What are some of the serious side-effects of APROTEC INJECTION?
Some of the serious side-effects of this medicine are blood clots in the lungs, severe blood clotting disorder that results in tissue damage and bleeding, the inability of the blood to clot or coagulate normally, chest pain, and severe allergic shock (anaphylactic shock), which is potentially life-threatening. In such cases, your doctor will stop the treatment completely.
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Name: United Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: FC/B-1 (Extn.), Mohan Co-operative Industrial Estate Mathura Road, New Delhi - 110 044
Country of origin: India
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