Dalteparin

Dalteparin is used together with aspirin to prevent blood vessel complications in people with certain types of angina (chest pain) or heart attack . Dalteparin is used to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in people who have undergone a hip replacement or stomach surgery or who are not able to move as normal during or after a hospital stay. A DVT can lead to blood clots in the lungs (PE, pulmonary embolism ). Dalteparin is also used to keep a blood clot from coming back in adults with cancer and children at least 1 month old. Dalteparin is not used to treat an active blood clot (DVT or PE). Dalteparin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dalteparin is used together with aspirin to prevent blood vessel complications in people with certain types of angina (chest pain) or heart attack . Dalteparin is used to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in people who have undergone a hip replacement or stomach surgery or who are not able to move as normal during or after a hospital stay. A DVT can lead to blood clots in the lungs (PE, pulmonary embolism ). Dalteparin is also used to keep a blood clot from coming back in adults with cancer and children at least 1 month old. Dalteparin is not used to treat an active blood clot (DVT or PE). Dalteparin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to it, or if you have: an allergy to heparin, or pork products; to undergo a spinal procedure and need to receive treatment for a certain type of heart attack or angina (chest pain) or to keep a blood clot from coming back; active or uncontrolled bleeding; or a history of low levels of platelets in your blood or blood clots caused by heparin or similar medicines. Dalteparin can cause a serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anesthesia (epidural). This type of blood clot could cause long-term or permanent paralysis. Dalteparin can make it easier for you to bleed, even from a minor injury. Call your doctor if you have bleeding that will not stop. Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had: an allergy to latex; a genetic spinal defect, or any other condition affecting your spine; a thin tube (catheter) placed in your back to give you certain medicine; a spinal surgery; recently had a spinal tap or epidural anesthesia; a history of difficult or repeated spinal taps; a planned surgery, dental work, or any other medical procedure; a bleeding or blood clotting disorder; take certain other medicines that can increase bleeding risk; a stomach ulcer , or a stomach or intestinal bleeding disorder ; hemorrhagic stroke , severe or uncontrolled high blood pressure ; eye problems caused by diabetes or high blood pressure ( retinopathy ); low levels of platelets in your blood; an infection of the lining of your heart (also called bacterial endocarditis ); kidney disease; or severe liver disease . Dalteparin may contain an ingredient that can cause serious side effects or death in very young or premature babies. Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice. It is not known if dalteparin will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Having a blood clot during pregnancy may cause complications or medical problems in the mother. The benefit of treating a blood clot may outweigh any risks to the baby. Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Seek emergency medical attention or tell your doctor right away if you have symptoms of a spinal blood clot : back pain, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness in your lower body, or loss of bladder or bowel control. Dalteparin can cause you to bleed more easily. Also call your doctor at once if you have signs of bleeding such as: bleeding that will not stop (nosebleeds, bleeding gums, abnormal vaginal bleeding); easy bruising, unusual bleeding, purple or red spots under your skin; bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds; urine that looks red, pink, or brown; or headache, weakness, dizziness, or feeling like you might pass out. Common side effects of dalteparin may include: bleeding; low levels of platelets in your blood; bruising, swelling, warmth, redness, pain, or bleeding where an injection was given; or abnormal liver function tests. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

You should not use dalteparin if you have uncontrolled or active bleeding, have had low levels of platelets in your blood or a blood clot caused by heparin or similar medicines. Dalteparin can cause a very serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anesthesia (epidural). Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using dalteparin. Some drugs can increase your risk of bleeding when used with dalteparin. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

You should not use dalteparin if you have uncontrolled or active bleeding, have had low levels of platelets in your blood or a blood clot caused by heparin or similar medicines. Dalteparin can cause a very serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anesthesia (epidural). Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using dalteparin. Some drugs can increase your risk of bleeding when used with dalteparin. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

120 IU/ kg (120 (120)) 12 hourly SC — Max. 1000IU/24hrs. Treatment period is 5-8 days concomitant therapy with low dose aspirin is recommended

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Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially: medicine used to prevent blood clots --alteplase, clopidogrel , dipyridamole , ticlopidine , and others; a blood thinner --warfarin, Coumadin, Jantoven, apixaban, rivaroxaban , dabigatran and others; or NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) --aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), naproxen (Aleve), celecoxib, diclofenac, indomethacin , meloxicam, and others. This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect dalteparin, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products . Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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