Tinzaparin Pharmacology

Tinzaparin

About Tinzaparin
Low Molecular Weight Heparin, Anticoagulant.
Mechanism of Action of Tinzaparin
Tinzaparin 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 Tinzaparin with Heparin cofactor II also inhibits thrombin activity and produces anticoagulant effect.
Pharmacokinets of Tinzaparin
Absorption: It is well absorbed after subcutaneous injection.
Onset of Action for Tinzaparin
N/A
Duration of Action for Tinzaparin
N/A
Half Life of Tinzaparin
N/A
Side Effects of Tinzaparin
1.Rash
2.Fever
3.Nausea.
4.Mild pain, redness, or warmth at the injection site
5.Difficulty in breathing
6.Closing of throat
7.Swelling of lips, tongue, or face; or hives
8.Prolonged bleeding
9.Pain, warmth, or redness in an arm or leg
10.Ulceration at the injection site.
Contra-indications of Tinzaparin
1.Hypersensitivity to Tinzaparin
2.Uncontrolled active bleeding
3.Allergy to pork products
Special Precautions while taking Tinzaparin
1.Bacterial endocarditis
2.Uncontrolled blood pressure
3.Need to have surgery or another invasive procedure
4.Hemophilia
5.Stomach ulcer
6.Eye problems due to diabetes or high blood pressure
7.Liver disease
8.Kidney disease
9.Very low level of platelets
10.Cannot have accurate blood testing done prior to and during dosing

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 Tinzaparin
1.To prevent deep venous thrombosis
Interactions for Tinzaparin
N/A
Typical Dosage for Tinzaparin
Sub cutaneous injection:
Adult:Prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis, general surgery: 3500units 2 hours before surgery and then 3500 units every 24 hours for 7 - 10 days.
Deep vein thrombosis and Pulmonary embolism:175 units/kg once aily for at least 6 days.
Schedule of Tinzaparin
N/A
Storage Requirements for Tinzaparin
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 Tinzaparin
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 Tinzaparin
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.

Home Delivery for Tinzaparin in Your City

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Please be aware that you should take tinzaparin only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for tinzaparin before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for tinzaparin with the pharmacy.

Tinzaparin is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for tinzaparin might be better known than tinzaparin itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have tinzaparin in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for tinzaparin.