Weldion 1mg Injection

Weldion 1mg Injection belongs to the class of medications called ‘vitamins’ used to prevent and treat bleeding after using anti-coagulants and vitamin K deficiency bleeding. It is indicated in anti-coagulant-induced prothrombin deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia due to antibacterial therapy, hypoprothrombinemia due to limited absorption or synthesis of vitamin K, and other drug-induced hypoprothrombinemia.

Weldion 1mg Injection contains ‘Phytomenadione’, man-made vitamin K1, which works by helping the body make blood clotting factors that prevent bleeding.

In some cases, Weldion 1mg Injection may cause side effects such as dizziness, flushing, cyanosis (bluish skin discolouration), sweating, and altered taste. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any components in Weldion 1mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of Weldion 1mg Injection have not been established in neonates. Let your doctor know if you use any prescription/non-prescription medications, including vitamin/mineral supplements or herbal products.

Weldion 1mg Injection belongs to the class of medications called ‘vitamins’ used to prevent and treat bleeding after using anti-coagulants and vitamin K deficiency bleeding. It is indicated in anti-coagulant-induced prothrombin deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia (deficiency of blood clotting substance, prothrombin) due to antibacterial therapy, hypoprothrombinemia due to limited absorption or synthesis of vitamin K such as obstructive jaundice, celiac disease, cystic fibroids of the pancreas and intestinal resection, and other drug-induced hypoprothrombinemia. Weldion 1mg Injection is used in children above one year who have liver disease or low vitamin K levels due to illness. Weldion 1mg Injection contains ‘Phytomenadione’, man-made vitamin K1, which works by helping the body make blood clotting factors that prevent bleeding.

• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Cyanosis (bluish skin discolouration)
• Sweating
• Altered taste

Do not take Weldion 1mg Injection if you are allergic to any components. Inform your doctor if you have a cholestatic disease, artificial heart valve, seizures, liver or kidney problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety and effectiveness of Weldion 1mg Injection have not been established in neonates. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Weldion 1mg Injection may interact with prothrombin-depressing anti-coagulants.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a cholestatic disease (impairment in bile formation/flow), artificial heart valve, or liver problems.

• Eat a balanced diet rich in vegetables and whole fruits.

• Include green leafy vegetables, soybean and canola oil, and fortified meal replacement shakes.

• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

• Exercising regularly helps in improving overall health. 

• Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.

• Meditation and yoga can help lower stress.

• Avoid processed and fried food. 

Hypoprothrombinemia: It is characterised by a deficiency of the blood-clotting substance called prothrombin, which leads to prolonged bleeding. This condition is usually associated with vitamin K deficiency. Symptoms include easy bruising, abnormal bleeding, heavy bleeding, and nose bleeds.

Vitamin K deficiency: It is caused by decreased production of vitamin K in the body and insufficient dietary intake, inadequate absorption, and decreased storage of vitamin K. Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency include easy bruising, nose bleeds, and bleeding caused by the inability to form clots.