ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION

ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION belongs to the class of drugs called thrombolytics (clot-busting drugs) indicated to reduce the risk of death in people who have had a serious type of heart attack known as acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). Heart attack refers to blocked blood flow to the heart due to blockage of arteries. STEMI is a type of serious heart attack that mainly affects the lower chambers of the heart.

ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION contains Tenecteplase, a clot-busting drug that helps to dissolve unwanted blood clots in the blood vessels of the heart. Thus, it helps to prevent damage caused by heart attack.

ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION may cause common side effects such as bleeding, nosebleeds, bruising, bleeding at the injection or puncture site, or blood in the urine. If you notice such side effects, please inform your doctor.

If you are allergic to Tenecteplase or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients aged over 75 years and who weigh less than 60 kg. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman, please inform your doctor before receiving ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION. If you have had a recent major surgery or trauma, inform your doctor. 

ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION contains Tenecteplase, a clot-busting drug indicated to reduce the risk of death in people who have had a serious type of heart attack known as acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI). It helps to dissolve unwanted blood clots in the blood vessels of the heart. Thus, it helps to prevent damage caused by heart attack and has been shown to save lives.

• Bleeding
• Nosebleeds
• Bruising
• Bleeding at the injection or puncture site
• Blood in urine

If you are allergic to Tenecteplase or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients aged over 75 years of age and who weigh less than 60 kg. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established. If you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman, please inform your doctor before receiving ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION. If you have had a recent major surgery or trauma, inform your doctor. ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION is not recommended if you have been given cardiopulmonary resuscitation (chest compressions) for more than 2 minutes duration in the last two weeks. You are advised to be careful while using sharp objects, cutting nails, or shaving, as ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION may increase the risk of bleeding. 

Drug-Drug Interaction: ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION may interact with blood thinners (ticlopidine, clopidogrel, heparin, vitamin K antagonists).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION is not recommended if you have or had a bleeding disorder or recent history of bleeding, brain tumour, stroke, severe high blood pressure, abnormality of the blood vessels or aneurysm or recent major surgery or trauma to your brain or spine. If you have or had recent major surgery or trauma, high blood pressure, severe liver failure, serious infection or inflammation, bleeding disorder, stroke, heart problems, or recent bleeding in the gastrointestinal or urinary systems, inform your doctor before receiving ELAXIM 40MG INJECTION.

• TICLOPIDINE
• CLOPIDOGREL
• HEPARIN

• Maintain a diet consisting of vegetables, whole grains, fruits and lean protein.
• Reduce sugar and processed foods.
• Include foods high in antioxidants, such as vegetables, fruits, olive oil, seeds, nuts, cocoa, and red wine, as they may lower the risk of developing blood clots.
• Adopt an anti-inflammatory diet high in omega-3-rich foods, fruits and vegetables, and vitamin-E-rich foods.
• Drink plenty of fluids as dehydration can thicken blood leading to an increased risk of blood clot formation.
• Do regular exercise as it helps to dissolve blood clots, especially in obese people.
• Quit smoking and also avoid being around secondhand smoke.

Acute myocardial infarction (Heart attack): It refers to blocked blood flow to the heart due to acute blockage of arteries. A blockage can develop due to a buildup of plaque, a substance mostly made of cholesterol, fat, or cellular waste products or due to a sudden blood clot that forms on the blockage. The symptoms include chest pain, shortness of breath, sweating, anxiety, and a fast heart rate. Acute ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) is a type of serious heart attack that mainly affects the lower chambers of the heart and causes a distinct pattern on ECG (electrocardiogram).