Reviparin Sodium Pharmacology

Reviparin Sodium

About Reviparin Sodium
A low molecular weight heparin (LMWH), Anticoagulant(antithrombotic),antianginal.
Mechanism of Action of Reviparin Sodium
Reviparin is an anticoagulant. It is a low molecular weight heparin that binds to and accelerate the activity of antithrombin III.This produces inactivation of factor Xa and thrombin and prevents the formation of blood clots.Binding of Reviparin with Heparin cofactor II also inhibits thrombin activity and produces anticoagulant effect.
Pharmacokinets of Reviparin Sodium
Absorption: It is well absorbed after subcutaneous injection.
Onset of Action for Reviparin Sodium
N/A
Duration of Action for Reviparin Sodium
N/A
Half Life of Reviparin Sodium
N/A
Side Effects of Reviparin Sodium
1.Rash
2.Fever
3.Nausea.
4.Mild pain, redness, or warmth at the injection site
5.Difficulty in breathing
6.Thrombocytopenia
7.Bleeding complications
Contra-indications of Reviparin Sodium
1.Hypersensitivity to Reviparin
2.Uncontrolled active bleeding
3.Allergy to pork products
Special Precautions while taking Reviparin Sodium
1.Bacterial endocarditis
2.Uncontrolled blood pressure
3.Congenital bleeding disorders
4.Active ulceration
5.Hemorrhagic stroke
6.Bleeding diathesis
7.Thrombocytopenia
8.Platelet defects
9.Liver impairment
10.Hepatic impairment
11.Diabetic retinopathy
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 Reviparin Sodium
1.To prevent deep vein thrombosis
Interactions for Reviparin Sodium
N/A
Typical Dosage for Reviparin Sodium
Sub cutaneous injection:
Adults:1432 units 2 hours before surgery and repeat the same dose every day for 1 week.
Schedule of Reviparin Sodium
N/A
Storage Requirements for Reviparin Sodium
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.Keep out of the reach of children. Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Reviparin 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 Reviparin Sodium
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.Bleeding can be stopped by discontinuing the drug and by applying pressure at the site.Protmine sulfate can also be administered.

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