Inj. Lupenox-40mg/0.4ml

Lupenox contains Enoxaparin as the active ingredient which is an anticoagulant that prevents the formation of harmful blood clots. Enoxaparin is a low molecular weight heparin used for blood clotting disorders.

Enoxaparin is a low molecular weight heparin with anticoagulant properties. It acts by enhancing the inhibition rate of activated clotting factors including thrombin and factor Xa through its action on antithrombin III.

INGREDIENTS:

Enoxaparin

Benifits:

Lupenox is used in the treatment and prevention of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. It is also used in a heart attack.

Direction to Use

• Your doctor or nurse will use this device to give medicine. You or your care giver may be taught on how to use this device at home.
• Lupenox Injection increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
• Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medicines that affect bleeding risk like aspirin and NSAIDs.
• Notify your doctor if there is bleeding from gums, nose, or wounds that lasts more than 15 minutes, or if blood appears in urine, stool or vomit.

• Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects of Lupenox are Low blood platelets, Increased liver enzymes, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Bleeding.