Megaparin
Megaparin Products are primarily used for
Acute coronary syndrome, Blood clots, Deep vein thrombosis
About Megaparin Products
Uses of Megaparin Products
Enoxaparin is used in the treatment and prevention of acute coronary syndrome, blood clots, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. It prevents the formation of blood clots in the legs, lungs, brain or heart.
Megaparin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Megaparin are Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Allergic reaction, Fever, Headache, Low blood platelets, Increased liver enzymes, Hemorrhage, Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath), Nausea, Edema (swelling), Shortness of breath, Confusion, Thrombocytosis, Skin disorder, Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Heart attack.
How Megaparin Products work
Enoxaparin is an anticoagulant. It works by inactivating certain blood-clotting proteins. This prevents the formation of blood clots and prevents blockages in the blood vessels of the body.
Patient Concerns about Megaparin Products
Frequently asked questions about Megaparin Products
Frequently asked questions about Enoxaparin
Q. How do you administer Megaparin 60mg Injection?
Megaparin 60mg Injection is a medicine which is injected beneath the skin. Fix the dose of the medicine and pinch the skin of your stomach between your finger and thumb to make a fold. After having cleaned the area, hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the full length of the needle into the skin fold. Inject the medicine and discard the syringe as instructed by your prescribing physician. Follow the instructions given by the healthcare provider strictly. Contact your doctor in case of any doubt or any reactions associated with the medicine.
Q. What are the conditions where I should be cautious before taking Megaparin 60mg Injection?
You must give a proper history to your doctor before you start taking Megaparin 60mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you have a heart valve fitted or have gastric ulcer, high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know if you ever had a reaction to heparin or had a recent stroke, brain or spinal surgery. The chances of side effects and complications increase in presence of these conditions. Consult with your doctor and follow the instructions strictly.
Q. How to store Megaparin 60mg Injection injections?
Store Megaparin 60mg Injection injections at 25°C and do not freeze them. The multiple-dose vials should not be stored for more than 28 days after the first use. Discard the injection if you notice any particulate matter or abnormal color in the solution or any damage in the syringe. Read the medicine package leaflet before using this medication and ask the pharmacist in case of any doubt.
Q. Can Megaparin 60mg Injection be used in heart attack?
Yes, Megaparin 60mg Injection is used in the treatment of chest pain and heart attack once the standard treatment has been provided to the patient. It is given along with another blood thinner like aspirin. Being a blood-thinning agent, it prevents the blood from clotting and prevents any further episodes and complications.
Q. Is it ok to inject the air bubble in Megaparin 60mg Injection?
Yes, you should push the air bubbles into the site of injection. Removing the air bubbles leads to loss of the medicine thereby altering the prescribed dose.
Products for Megaparin
Megaparin 60mg Injection
vial of 0.6 ml Injection
MRP
₹580
Megaparin 40 Injection
packet of 0.4 ml Prefilled Syringe
MRP
₹445
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