Terofib 5mg Infusion
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Product introduction
Terofib 5mg Infusion is a blood thinner which prevents formation of harmful blood clots. It helps to prevent a heart attack in patients presenting with severe chest pain due to a sudden decrease in blood flow to the heart.
Terofib 5mg 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.
Common side effects of this medicine include headaches, hematoma, nausea, ecchymosis, postoperative bleeding, and blood in stool or urine. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool.
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 breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Terofib 5mg 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.
Common side effects of this medicine include headaches, hematoma, nausea, ecchymosis, postoperative bleeding, and blood in stool or urine. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool.
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 breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Uses of Terofib Infusion
- Prevention of Heart attack
- Unstable angina
Benefits of Terofib Infusion
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 Terofib 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 Terofib
- Headache
- Nausea
- Hematoma
- Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
- Postoperative bleeding
- Blood in stool
- Blood in urine
How to use Terofib Infusion
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
How Terofib Infusion works
Terofib 5mg Infusion is an antiplatelet medication. It works by preventing the platelets from sticking together, thereby decreasing the formation of harmful blood clots. This lowers the chance of heart attack or stroke.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Terofib 5mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Terofib 5mg 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
Terofib 5mg 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 Terofib 5mg Infusion is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
CAUTION
Terofib 5mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Terofib 5mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Terofib 5mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Terofib 5mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Terofib 5mg Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
Use of Terofib 5mg Infusion is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
What if you forget to take Terofib Infusion?
If you miss a dose of Terofib 5mg Infusion, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- 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
Phenylalanine derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Glycoprotein IIb/IIIa Inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can the use of Terofib 5mg Infusion increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Terofib 5mg 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 Terofib 5mg Infusion?
Terofib 5mg Infusion can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
When will I feel better after taking Terofib 5mg Infusion?
Terofib 5mg 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 Terofib 5mg Infusion. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
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Marketer details
Name: Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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