Arixtra Fondaparinux Sodium and/or alternatives

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Arixtra 2.5mg/0.5mL

Manufacturer: GlaxoSmithKline UK Ltd Source Country : United Kingdom
Shipped from : United Kingdom

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Description of Arixtra Prefilled Syringe

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe contains fondaparinux, which is an anticoagulant. This particular drug prevents blood clots from forming. You can buy Arixtra Prefilled Syringe for the prevention of certain forms of blood clots known as deep vein thrombosis or DVT. This kind of a blood clot can occur in the lungs, leading to pulmonary embolism. DVT can surface in patients who have successfully undergone some types of surgery. Arixtra Prefilled Syringe is prescribed along with blood thinners like Warfarin for the treatment of DVT and pulmonary embolism.

Indications & Dosage of Arixtra Prefilled Syringe

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe is available in several strengths- 2.5mg, 7.5mg, 5mg and 10mg fondaparinux. The drug is injected subcutaneously. Your doctor would instruct you on the proper method of administering Arixtra Prefilled Syringe. If you have any doubts about the correct procedure, you may consult your pharmacist or doctor or refer to the patient information leaflet that comes with the pack. You must never self-administer Arixtra Prefilled Syringe unless you are sure about the procedure.

You must not lie down or sit while using Arixtra Prefilled Syringe. You must also not inject the drug into a vein or muscle. In most cases, patients administer the Arixtra Prefilled Syringe on their stomach. However, if you inject yourself on your stomach, you must choose a different spot every time. Your doctor will tell you about the best sites to inject yourself with Arixtra Prefilled Syringe. You must never use Arixtra Prefilled Syringe two times on the same site consecutively.

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe usually comes with single-use, disposable needles. If you are using a disposable needle, you must not use it more than once.

Side Effects & Interactions of Arixtra Prefilled Syringe

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe is known to cause some severe side effects in rare cases. Some of these side effects are given below:

• Low blood potassium levels, characterized by extreme thirst, uneven heart rate, increased urination, limp feeling, leg discomfort
• Severe headache, sudden weakness, confusion and balance, vision or speech problems
• Loss of movement in some parts of the body
• Tingling, numbness and muscle weakness, especially in the feet and legs
• Blood or black stools, coughing up blood, dark colored vomit
• Lightheadedness, pale skin, concentration trouble
• Red or purple colored pinpoints under the skin
• Unusual bleeding from the rectum, vagina, mouth or nose, bleeding from injection sites, or uncontrollable bleeding

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe is also known to cause mild side effects, such as those given below:

• Minor rashes, bleeding or irritation around the injection site
• Dizziness
• Mild skin rash
• Sleeping problems

Arixtra Prefilled Syringe interacts with a number of drugs, some of which are given below:

• Salicyclates like aspirin
• NSAIDs
• Alteplase, urokinase and tenecteplase
• Argatroban, lepirudin, bivalirudin
• Enoxaparin, dalteparin, tinzaparin
• Clistazol, ticlopidine
• Abciximab, tirofiban
• Heparin
• Dextran

Warnings & Precautions of Arixtra Prefilled Syringe

You must not buy Arixtra Prefilled Syringe if you suffer from uncontrolled or active bleeding, severe kidney disease, low blood platelet levels, or an infection of the heart lining known as bacterial endocarditis.