Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion
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Product introduction
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is a blood thinner which prevents formation of harmful blood clots. It is used in the treatment of a heart attack and also prevents the clotting of blood in the heart during an angioplasty (procedure to improve blood flow to the heart).
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.
Use of this medicine may cause low blood platelets and increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. It may also cause low blood pressure as a side effect. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered.
This medicine is used with caution for some people. Before taking it, 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.
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.
Use of this medicine may cause low blood platelets and increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. It may also cause low blood pressure as a side effect. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered.
This medicine is used with caution for some people. Before taking it, 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 Eptifab Infusion
- Unstable angina
- Prevention of Blood clots
- Prevention of Heart attack
Benefits of Eptifab Infusion
In Prevention of Blood clots
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion prevents new blood clots from forming and prevents the existing ones from getting bigger. It works by blocking a substance in the body which is involved in blood clotting. Thus it helps your blood flow smoothly throughout the body. This can help reduce damage caused by clots in your lungs (pulmonary embolism), brain (stroke), heart (heart attack) or other blood vessels (thrombosis).
In Prevention of Heart attack
It prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism). Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.
Side effects of Eptifab Infusion
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 Eptifab
- Bleeding
- Decreased blood pressure
How to use Eptifab Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Eptifab Infusion works
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing the platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion 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
CAUTION
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Eptifab Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- 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 or using sharp objects.
- Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Amino acids, Peptides analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitors
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Eptifab Infusion for?
Heart attack
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FAQs
Can the use of Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion 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 Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion?
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
When will I feel better after taking Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion?
Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Eptifab 0.75mg/ml Infusion. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
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