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Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml

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Composition

HEPARIN-5000IU

Manufacturer/Marketer

Favnox Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

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About Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of drugs called anticoagulants or blood thinners. Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is primarily used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins), pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung), stroke, Transient ischaemic attack (TIA), and heart attacks. 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. A stroke is a condition where a blood clot restricts the flow of blood to your brain, causing brain cells to die and possibly resulting in permanent brain damage or death. Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a condition also called mini-strokes. These have similar symptoms to a stroke, but the effects usually last less than 24 hours. Heart attack is a condition where a blood clot blocks a blood vessel supplying your heart, starving it of oxygen and causing chest pain and sometimes death.

Blood clots are formed to stop bleeding that occurs due to tissue injury. Though blood clots are useful to stop bleeding, they may be harmful when abnormally formed within blood vessels as they block blood vessels and inhibit blood flow to essential organs such as the brain, heart, or lungs. Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml works by inhibiting the production of fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot), preventing blood clot formation.

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience haemorrhage, thrombocytopenia (low platelets), hypersensitivity reactions, and elevations of liver enzyme (aminotransferase) levels. Most of these side effects of Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. It is not known whether Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml. Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is not recommended for children below 2 months of age. If you have diabetes, kidney or liver problems, bleeding problems, or are aged above 60 years, inform your doctor before taking Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml.

Uses of Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml

Prevention of blood clots.

Medicinal Benefits

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is primarily used to prevent and treat blood clots by inhibiting the production of fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot). Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml also reduces the risk of blood clots during surgeries (like heart surgery). Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is used as an anticoagulant in blood transfusion and in a dialysis procedure.

Directions for Use

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml

  • Red itchy patches or lumps at the site of injection
  • Unusual bleeding
  • Skin redness

Drug Warnings

Use Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml cautiously in conditions with increased risk of bleeding. Use of name contraindicated in patients with HIT - Heparin-induced thrombosis (the abnormal formation of blood clots inside a blood vessel) and HITT (heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and thrombosis) might occur. Monitoring of blood coagulation tests like platelet count and haematocrit should be done in all patients receiving Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml. Patients should inform the doctor that they are receiving Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml before any surgery is scheduled.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml may have interaction with pain killers (salicylic acid, ibuprofen, indomethacin, phenylbutazone, and celecoxib), dextran, anti-malarial (hydroxychloroquine), blood thinner (abciximab, eptifibatide, dipyridamole), heart medicines (digitalis), antibiotic (tetracycline), nicotine, antiallergics, or blood pressure-lowering pills (nitroglycerin)

Drug-Food Interaction: Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml may interact with alcohol. Avoid foods rich in vitamin K like coriander, cabbage, spinach, broccoli, collard greens, kale (leaf cabbage), black liquorice, turnip greens, avocados, brussels sprouts as they may affect the working of Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml. It is advisable to avoid smoking and use of tobacco products and nicotine as they may reduce the effectiveness of Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Use with caution in patients with bleeding problems, low platelet count (thrombocytopenia) and thrombosis (blood clot in veins).

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SALICYLIC ACID
  • IBUPROFEN
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • PHENYLBUTAZONE
  • CELECOXIB
  • HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE
  • ABCIXIMAB
  • DIPYRIDAMOLE
  • DIGITALIS
  • TETRACYCLINE
  • NITROGLYCERIN

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

Regular blood tests are advised while taking Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml to monitor prothrombin, platelets and coagulation time on regular basis.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in legs) is a medical condition in which blood clots form in deep veins usually in the legs. The symptoms include leg pain or swelling.

Pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung) is a condition that occurs as the blood clots break and travel to the lungs from deep veins in the legs or other parts of the body. The symptoms of pulmonary embolism include chest pain, cough, and shortness of breath. 

Stroke is a condition where a blood clot restricts the flow of blood to your brain, causing brain cells to die and possibly resulting in permanent brain damage or death.

Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) is a condition also called 'mini-strokes', these have similar symptoms to a stroke, but the effects usually last less than 24 hours.

Heart attack is a condition where a blood clot blocks a blood vessel supplying your heart, starving it of oxygen and causing chest pain and sometimes death. Quick medication is advised to reduce the risk of serious conditions due to blood clots.

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Alcohol

Caution

You are recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol with Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml as it may cause severe bleeding in the stomach and harmful side effects to the liver.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is a Category C pregnancy drug and should be given to pregnant women only if clearly needed and has more benefits than risks. Preservative-free forms are preferred in pregnant women as preservatives such as benzyl alcohol may cross the placenta.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml should be given to breastfeeding mothers only if clearly needed and has more benefits than risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml should be given with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml should be given with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is not recommended for children below 2 months.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Plot No 92, Phase- II Sree Kanaka Durga Nagar, Chengicherla, Hyderabad, Telangana
Other Info - HEP0511

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FAQs

Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml is used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis (blood clots in leg veins), pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lung), stroke, Transient ischaemic attack (TIA), and heart attacks.
Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml works by inhibiting the production of fibrin (a protein that binds platelets together and forms a clot). Thereby, preventing blood clot formation.
No, you are not recommended to take ibuprofen with Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml as co-administration of these two medicines may increase the risk of bleeding more easily. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml.
Yes, Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml may increase potassium levels in the blood (hyperkalaemia), especially when given for a long period. Therefore, it is advised to inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines that increase potassium levels in the blood.
Yes, Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml may cause bleeding. If you notice purple spots on the skin or unusual bruising, blood in urine, black tarry stools, unusual bleeding from gums or nose, please inform your doctor immediately as these are signs of bleeding more easily.
Yes, Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml may cause allergic reactions such as fever, chills, difficulty in breathing, wheezing, blue shade to the lips, swelling of lips, and eyes. It is not necessary for everyone taking Hepfav 25000IU Injection 5 ml to experience an allergic reaction. However, if you notice any of these signs, please inform your doctor immediately.

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