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Retefast Kit

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Product introduction

Retefast Kit is a medicine that dissolves clots that have formed in blood vessels. It is used to treat a heart attack. It is known as a thrombolytic or “clot-busting” drug. This medicine restores the blood flow to the affected tissue, thereby preventing tissue death.

Retefast Kit is an injectable drug, given directly into a vein and it is given by a doctor as soon as possible after the first signs of a heart attack. Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely. You may be given another medicine to stop blood clotting at the same time or after the treatment.

This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding, so it is better to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, or using sharp objects. Treatment with this drug can also cause nausea, vomiting, decreased blood pressure, and injection site bleeding.

This drug needs to be administered with care by an expert and is not suitable for everyone. There is a long list of situations where you will not be given Retefast Kit including if you have had a head injury or surgery on your brain or spinal cord and any current bleeding anywhere in your body. Your healthcare team will need to know a lot about your medical history before giving you this medicine.

Uses of Retefast Injection

Benefits of Retefast Injection

In Heart attack

Retefast Kit dissolves harmful blood clots that cause heart attack (if they are in the heart). They also dissolve clots that form in other blood vessels. This means that blood can again start to flow freely through your body. This medicine will, therefore, reduce both the damage caused by, and the risk of dying from a heart attack. The sooner the injection is given, the greater are the chances of recovery.

Side effects of Retefast 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 Retefast

  • Bleeding disorder
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Injection site bleeding

How to use Retefast Injection

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

How Retefast Injection works

Retefast Kit is a thrombolytic medication. It 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 Retefast Kit. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Retefast Kit 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
Retefast Kit 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 Retefast Kit is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Retefast Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Retefast Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Retefast Kit is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Retefast Kit should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Retefast Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Retefast Kit is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

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Quick tips

  • It should be given as soon as possible (within 12 hours) after the onset of a heart attack or within 4.5 hours of onset of stroke.
  • Let your doctor know immediately if you develop any nosebleeds, gum bleeding, black or tarry stools, or bruising. 
  • Do not discontinue the medicines started after this injection as it may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Carboxylic Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
Plasminogen Activators- Thrombolytics

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Q. How is Retefast Kit administered?

Retefast Kit 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 Retefast Kit.

Q. Is Retefast Kit safe?

Retefast Kit 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.

Q. Can the use of Retefast Kit increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Retefast Kit can increase 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.

Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Retefast Kit?

Retefast Kit can interact with several medicines. If you are already taking Retefast Kit, do not take any other medicine without talking to your doctor.

Q. When will I feel better after taking Retefast Kit?

Retefast Kit 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 Retefast Kit. This does not mean that the medicine is not working, therefore keep taking this medicine as prescribed.

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References

  1. Fox KA, White HD, Gersh BJ, et al. Antithrombotic Agents: Platelete Inhibitors, Acute Anticoagulants, Fibrinolytics, and Chronic Anticoagulants. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. p. 384.
  2. 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. p. 1208.
  3. Drugs.com. Reteplase. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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