Kenadion 10mg Injection
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Product introduction
Kenadion 10mg Injection is a nutritional supplement used in the treatment of vitamin K deficiency. It is an important nutrient that helps the blood to clot and prevent excessive bleeding in addition to other health benefits.
Kenadion 10mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
This medicine may cause few common side effects such as taste change, bluish discoloration of the skin, breathlessness, flushing, increased bilirubin in the blood, decreased blood pressure, and itching. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin K or interact with it, so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. It is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking any vitamin supplements.
Kenadion 10mg Injection is given under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking calcium and vitamin supplements. Learn about the foods you should eat to make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D in your diet.
This medicine may cause few common side effects such as taste change, bluish discoloration of the skin, breathlessness, flushing, increased bilirubin in the blood, decreased blood pressure, and itching. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, let your doctor know.
Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, kidney, or liver disease. Some other medicines can decrease the absorption of vitamin K or interact with it, so let your doctor know all other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. It is important to ask the advice of your doctor before taking any vitamin supplements.
Uses of Kenadion Injection
Benefits of Kenadion Injection
In Nutritional deficiencies
Kenadion 10mg Injection is a supplement of vitamin K. It is used to treat and prevent low vitamin K levels in the body. Vitamin K is an important nutrient that helps the blood to clot and prevent excessive bleeding. Take it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor.
Side effects of Kenadion 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 Kenadion
- Taste change
- Cyanosis (bluish discoloration of the skin)
- Breathlessness
- Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk)
- Increased bilirubin in the blood
- Decreased blood pressure
- Itching
- Skin erosion
- Skin eruptions
How to use Kenadion Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Kenadion Injection works
Kenadion 10mg Injection provides essential nutrients.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kenadion 10mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kenadion 10mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kenadion 10mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Kenadion 10mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Kenadion 10mg Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Kenadion 10mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Kenadion 10mg Injection is given to improve the level of vitamin K that is necessary for blood clotting.
- If you plan to undergo any surgery or dental procedure, inform your doctor that you are taking Kenadion 10mg Injection.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-coagulants (blood thinners) like warfarin, anisindione, heparin, warfarin before taking Kenadion 10mg Injection.
- It is advisable to let your doctor know if you have any blood disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, or gallbladder disease.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You may also include vitamin K rich foods in your diet like spinach green beans, broccoli, cabbage, chicken, cheese etc.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Phytomenadione Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Vitamins
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Kenadion 10mg Injection
Once A Day
55%
Once A Week
21%
Alternate Day
17%
Once A Month
7%
What are you using Kenadion Injection for?
Nutritional d*
57%
Others
43%
*Nutritional deficiencies
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Kenadion 10mg Injection?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
FAQs
What is Kenadion 10mg Injection? What is it used for?
Kenadion 10mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of vitamin K deficiency. Vitamin K is an important nutrient that helps the blood to clot and prevent excessive bleeding in addition to other health benefits. The medicine provides an adequate level of vitamin K in the body to avoid any ailment related to its deficiency.
What is the importance of vitamin K in our body?
Vitamin K is important for maintaining healthy bones and healing of wounds. It helps in producing 4 out of 13 proteins essential for blood clotting. Vitamin K works along with Vitamin D to ensure that bones develop properly by enhancing the absorption of calcium and hence increasing bone mineral density. People who have adequate amounts of vitamin K are therefore less prone for hip fractures.
What are the sources of vitamin K?
Vitamin K can be found in green leafy vegetables (such as spinach and cabbage), soyabean, milk, cheese, eggs, chicken, lamb, salmon, etc. Owing to the numerous benefits, it is advisable to include one or multiple food items rich in vitamin K in our everyday diet to prevent its deficiency.
Is Kenadion 10mg Injection effective?
Kenadion 10mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Kenadion 10mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
How is Kenadion 10mg Injection administered?
Kenadion 10mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Kenadion 10mg Injection.
Is Kenadion 10mg Injection safe?
Kenadion 10mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
What are the signs and symptoms of vitamin K deficiency?
The most common signs and symptoms of vitamin K deficiency may include easy bruising, excessive and abnormal bleeding, hemorrhage, etc. The main reason for these symptoms is the deficiency of an important vitamin which is essential for blood clotting. This deficiency can also lead to abnormal and uncontrollable bleeding that can even endanger life.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Zehnder JL. Drugs Used in Disorders of Coagulation. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 601.
- Weitz JI. Blood Coagulation and Anticoagulant, Fibrinolytic, and Antiplatelet Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics.12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 872-74.
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Marketer details
Name: Samarth Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Address: Samarth House, 168, Bangur Nagar, Off Link Road, Near Ayappa Temple & Kallol Kali Temple, Goregaon (W), Mumbai - 400 090.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Kenadion 10mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Kenadion 10mg Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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