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About Arixtra 2.5mg Injection

FONDAPARINUX belongs to a class of drugs called anticoagulants (blood thinner) primarily used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins) and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) stroke, unstable angina (chest pain), heart attacks. It also reduces the risk of blood clots during orthopedic (such as hip or knee surgery), abdominal surgery or restricted movement because of an acute illness. Deep vein thrombosis is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins usually in the legs. Pulmonary embolism is a condition in which a blood clot blocks the arteries in the lungs. 

FONDAPARINUX contains ‘Fondaparinux’ that works by inhibiting the action of clotting factors Xa (a natural substance in the blood that causes clotting). Thereby, prevents the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot) and helps in preventing blood clots formation. It makes your blood flow easy through your veins making it less likely to form a serious blood clot.

Uses of Arixtra 2.5mg Injection

Prevents blood clot formation

Medicinal Benefits of Arixtra 2.5mg Injection

FONDAPARINUX belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. FONDAPARINUX contains ‘Fondaparinux’ used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the blood vessels of legs) and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the blood vessels lungs). It also reduces the risk of blood clots during orthopedic (such as hip or knee surgery), abdominal surgery or restricted movement because of an acute illness. FONDAPARINUX works by stopping the action of clotting factor Xa (a natural substance in the blood that causes clotting). This inhibits the production of fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot) thereby preventing blood clots formation. FONDAPARINUX also used to treat certain types of heart attack and chest pain called unstable angina.

Directions for Use

FONDAPARINUX belongs to a class of drugs known as anticoagulants or blood thinner. FONDAPARINUX contains ‘Fondaparinux’ used to prevent deep vein thrombosis (blood clot in the blood vessels of legs) and pulmonary embolism (blood clot in the blood vessels lungs). It also reduces the risk of blood clots during orthopedic (such as hip or knee surgery), abdominal surgery or restricted movement because of an acute illness. FONDAPARINUX works by stopping the action of clotting factor Xa (a natural substance in the blood that causes clotting). This inhibits the production of fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot) thereby preventing blood clots formation. FONDAPARINUX also used to treat certain types of heart attack and chest pain called unstable angina.

Side Effects of Arixtra 2.5mg Injection

• Bleeding
• Aneamia (low number of red blood cells)
• Mild local irritation at the injection site
• Hypokalemia (low potassium level)
• Hematoma (bleeding under the skin )
• Renal impairment and bleeding risk
• Fast/irregular heartbeat
• Joint/muscle pain
• Bloody/black/tarry stools

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to FONDAPARINUX or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using FONDAPARINUX. Safety and effectiveness of FONDAPARINUX have not been established, so its use should be avoided in children less than 17 years of age. FONDAPARINUX should be used with caution in the elderly above 65 years of age as they may be at high risk of bleeding. If you are about to undergo any surgery on the brain, eye or spine, inform your doctor that you are taking FONDAPARINUX. Extra care must be taken while brushing your teeth or shaving to prevent bleeding. If you notice bleeding gums, blood in urine, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, pain, swelling, dizziness, weakness, unusual bruising, nose bleeds, abnormal vaginal bleeding or heavy menstrual periods, bloody or tarry stools, please consult a doctor immediately as these might be signs of bleeding. FONDAPARINUX can cause a serious blood clot around your spinal cord if you undergo a spinal tap or receive spinal anesthesia (epidural). Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking FONDAPARINUX as it may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. If you have a stomach ulcer, kidney or liver problems, high blood pressure or bleeding problems, inform your doctor before taking FONDAPARINUX. Do not discontinue use of FONDAPARINUX without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

FONDAPARINUX may have interaction with other blood thinners (apixaban, enoxaparin, warfarin, dicumarol, clopidogrel, prasugrel, rivaroxaban, dabigatran),  pain killers (acetaminophen, aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, diclofenac).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, blood cell disorder (low platelets or low red blood cells), bleeding in stomach or intestines, had a stroke, kidney, liver or bleeding problems, stomach ulcer, inform your doctor before taking FONDAPARINUX.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with FONDAPARINUX as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

PREGNANCY

FONDAPARINUX is Pregnancy Category B drug and should be given to pregnant women only if clearly needed and has more benefits than risks. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

BREAST FEEDING

It is unknown whether FONDAPARINUX is excreted in human milk. Therefore, it is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

DRIVING

FONDAPARINUX usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

LIVER

Take FONDAPARINUX with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

KIDNEY

Take FONDAPARINUX with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.