About bemiparin
Low-molecular-weight heparin anticoagulant
Used for
- Prevention of blood clots after surgery or during immobility
- Treatment of deep vein thrombosis, sometimes with pulmonary embolism
- Prevention of clotting during haemodialysis
Usual adult dose
Prevention after surgery: usually 2,500–3,500 IU under the skin once daily. Treatment: usually 115 IU/kg under the skin once daily; dosing varies by indication.
Common side effects
- Bleeding or bruising
- Pain or bruising at injection site
- Low platelet count
- Raised liver enzymes
Important warnings
- Bleeding risk increases with ulcers, recent surgery, or bleeding disorders.
- Avoid spinal or epidural procedures when anticoagulated unless carefully managed.
- Use caution with kidney impairment; dose adjustment or monitoring may be needed.
- Rarely, heparin-induced thrombocytopenia can cause serious clotting.
Pregnancy
Use only when clinically needed and prescribed; pregnancy dosing requires specialist assessment.
Breastfeeding
Limited information is available; use should be assessed by a clinician.
Interactions
- Other anticoagulants or antiplatelet medicines increase bleeding risk.
- NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, may increase bleeding.
- Medicines that affect platelets can 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.