About TINZAPARIN SODIUM-10,000 Anti-Xa
IU/ML, 0.35 ML SYRINGES
Low-molecular-weight heparin anticoagulant
Used for
- Treats blood clots in veins, including deep-vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
- Prevents blood clots in certain people undergoing surgery or receiving dialysis.
Usual adult dose
Treatment: 175 anti-Xa IU/kg injected under the skin once daily, typically for at least six days. Prevention doses vary by situation.
Common side effects
- Bleeding or bruising
- Low platelet count
- Anemia
- Injection-site reactions
Important warnings
- Bleeding risk increases with other anticoagulants, antiplatelet medicines, or some pain relievers.
- Spinal or epidural procedures can rarely cause serious bleeding around the spinal cord.
- Avoid in people with a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia.
- Kidney impairment may require careful assessment and monitoring.
Pregnancy
May be used when clinically necessary; dosing and monitoring require specialist oversight. Preservative-containing formulations may pose additional concerns.
Breastfeeding
There is limited information; discuss use with a healthcare professional, especially for newborn or premature infants.
Interactions
- Other anticoagulants, such as warfarin or direct oral anticoagulants, increase bleeding risk.
- Antiplatelet medicines, including aspirin and clopidogrel, increase bleeding risk.
- NSAIDs, including ibuprofen and naproxen, 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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.