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Carinase 15 MIU Injection

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SALT COMPOSITION
Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

Product introduction

Carinase 15 MIU Injection is a medicine used to break down harmful blood clots that have formed in the blood vessels. It is used to treat patients who have suffered a recent heart attack. It is also used in treating conditions such as pulmonary embolism and stroke.

Carinase 15 MIU Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. The doctor may closely monitor your condition until you become stable.

Use of this medicine may cause nausea, vomiting, injection site bleeding, allergic reaction, and a decrease in blood pressure. It may increase your risk of bleeding also. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.

This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any bleeding disorder, kidney, or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

Uses of Carinase Injection


Side effects of Carinase 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 Carinase

  • Allergic reaction
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Injection site bleeding
  • Decreased blood pressure

How to use Carinase Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Carinase Injection works

Carinase 15 MIU Injection works by dissolving the harmful blood clots in the blood vessels. This restores the blood flow to the affected tissue, thereby preventing tissue death and improving outcomes.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Carinase 15 MIU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Carinase 15 MIU 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
Carinase 15 MIU 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 Carinase 15 MIU Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Carinase 15 MIU Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Carinase 15 MIU Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Carinase 15 MIU Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Carinase 15 MIU Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Carinase 15 MIU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Carinase Injection?

If you miss a dose of Carinase 15 MIU Injection, please consult your doctor.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
  • Carinase 15 MIU Injection helps break down blood clots in blood vessels, thereby treating conditions such as heart attack, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
  • It should be given as soon as possible (within 12 hours) after the onset of a heart attack.
  • It is usually given by your nurse or doctor as an infusion (drip) into a vein.
  • It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amino acids, Peptides analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
First-Generation Thrombolytics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Carinase with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Tranexamic Acid may block the action of Urokinase. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.

Patient concerns

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In road accident head and small intestine got injured . 15 stiches on head and operation of 1 inch diameter of intestine . Now spo2 level is dropping to 70% after 1 hour of removing oxygen mask
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
Get checked for pulmonary embolism or pneumothorax
GE my self v.k tiwari mbbs md i feel the patient information above is there any blood test for diagnosed pulmonary edema and pulmonary embolism
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir There is no specific blood test for diagnosing pulmonary edema and embolism
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FAQs

Can the use of Carinase 15 MIU Injection increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Carinase 15 MIU Injection increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Carinase 15 MIU Injection?

Carinase 15 MIU Injection can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
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References

  1. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1414-5.
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 19 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India

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