About enoxaparin sodium ep
Low-molecular-weight heparin anticoagulant
Used for
- Prevention of blood clots after surgery or during limited mobility
- Treatment of deep-vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism
- Prevention of clotting during some heart conditions or dialysis
Usual adult dose
Often 40 mg injected under the skin once daily for prevention; treatment commonly uses 1 mg/kg every 12 hours. Dose varies by condition and kidney function.
Usual dose in children
Specialist-determined, weight-based dosing for selected children; not a routine general-use medicine.
Common side effects
- Bleeding or bruising
- Low platelet count
- Injection-site pain or irritation
- Raised liver enzymes
Important warnings
- Serious bleeding can occur; risk is higher with ulcers, recent surgery, or other blood-thinning medicines.
- Spinal or epidural procedures can rarely cause spinal bleeding and paralysis.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with severe kidney impairment.
- Do not inject into muscle; monitor for signs of bleeding.
Pregnancy
May be used when needed under medical supervision; it does not cross the placenta, but dosing and monitoring require care.
Breastfeeding
Generally considered compatible with breastfeeding because transfer into milk and infant absorption are expected to be minimal.
Interactions
- Other anticoagulants or antiplatelet medicines increase bleeding risk.
- NSAID pain relievers, including ibuprofen, can increase bleeding risk.
- Medicines that affect platelets may increase bleeding risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.