About TINZAPARIN SODIUM-10,000 Anti-Xa
IU/ML, 0.45 ML SYRINGES
Low-molecular-weight heparin anticoagulant
Used for
- Treating blood clots in veins, including deep-vein thrombosis
- Treating pulmonary embolism
- Preventing blood clots in certain hospitalized patients
Usual adult dose
Treatment: 175 anti-Xa IU/kg injected under the skin once daily; duration depends on the condition.
Usual dose in children
Not routinely used in children; specialist dosing may be needed for selected cases.
Common side effects
- Bleeding
- Bruising or pain at injection site
- Anemia
- Low platelet count
Important warnings
- Can cause serious bleeding; risk rises with spinal or epidural procedures.
- Avoid in people with active major bleeding or a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
- Kidney impairment may increase drug exposure and bleeding risk.
- Not interchangeable unit-for-unit with other heparins.
Pregnancy
May be used when anticoagulation is needed, under specialist care; it does not cross the placenta.
Breastfeeding
Use during breastfeeding should be discussed with a clinician; available evidence is limited.
Interactions
- Other anticoagulants, antiplatelet medicines, and NSAIDs can increase bleeding.
- Medicines affecting platelet function may increase bleeding risk.
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