About fondapari nux
Synthetic factor Xa inhibitor anticoagulant
Used for
- Prevention of blood clots after certain surgeries
- Treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism
- Prevention of blood clots in acutely ill medical patients
Usual adult dose
Prevention: 2.5 mg under the skin once daily. Treatment: weight-based, usually once daily.
Common side effects
- Bleeding
- Anemia
- Low blood platelets
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Can cause serious or fatal bleeding
- Avoid with active major bleeding or severe kidney impairment
- Spinal or epidural procedures can increase risk of spinal bleeding
- Use caution with older adults and low body weight
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; pregnancy can increase clotting risk, and bleeding risks require careful assessment.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether fondaparinux passes into human milk; clinical decisions should consider bleeding risk and infant exposure.
Interactions
- Other anticoagulants, antiplatelet medicines, and NSAIDs 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.