Certoparin Sodium Pharmacology

Certoparin Sodium

About Certoparin Sodium
A low molecular weight heparin, Anticoagulants.
Mechanism of Action of Certoparin Sodium
Certoparin is a low molecular weight Heparin. Certoparin works by interfering with the body`s natural blood clotting mechanism. This mechanism involves a series of complex pathways. Certoparin inactivate thrombin, which plays an important role in blood clot formation. Therefore, Certoparin prevent the formation of blood clots in the body and breakdown pre-existing blood clots. Certoparin has many advantages over normal heparin. These include a more effective anticoagulant effect and reduced risk of bleeding.
Pharmacokinets of Certoparin Sodium
Absorption: It is not absorbed orally should be given subcutaneously.
Onset of Action for Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Duration of Action for Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Half Life of Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Side Effects of Certoparin Sodium
1. Haemorrhage
2. Haematuria
3. Prolonged clotting time
4. Thrombocytopenia
5. Irritation
6. Pain
7. Haematoma
8. Ulceration
9. Necrosis
10. Hypersensitivity reactions
11. Urticaria
12. Rash
13. Anaphylaxis
14. Osteoporosis
15. Hyper kalaemia
16. Reversible alopecia
Contra-indications of Certoparin Sodium
1. Hypersensitivity to Certoparin
2. Haemophilia
3. Severely decreased kidney function
4. Severely decreased liver function
5. Bacterial endocarditis
6. Stomach ulcer
7. Very high blood pressure
Special Precautions while taking Certoparin Sodium
1.Kidney impairment
2.Hypoaldosteronism
3.Diabetes mellitus
4.Metabolic acidosis
5.Patient on potassium sparing medications
6.Spinal or epidural anaesthesia
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Contraindicated
Indications for Certoparin Sodium
1.Deep vein thrombosis
2.Pulmonary embolism
3.Prevention of blood clot formation in the veins during and after surgery
Interactions for Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Typical Dosage for Certoparin Sodium
Adult:(Subcutaneous injection):3000 units 1 -2 hour before surgery and then 3000units every day for 7 - 10 days.
Schedule of Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Storage Requirements for Certoparin Sodium
N/A
Effects of Missed Dosage of Certoparin Sodium
Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose.Continue the regular schedule.Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Certoparin Sodium
Give supportie measures and symptomatic treatment.

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