Heparin is generally used in treatment for prevention of blood clots. It is generally used in prevention of and treat blood clots forming in the legs, lungs or heart.
Side effects
Bleeding
Injection site reaction
How to use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How it works
Heparin is an anticoagulant. It makes the condition better by preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. Although it does not dissolve the existing blood clots, it prevents them from growing larger and causing blockages in the blood vessels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does Heparin affect platelets, INR (international normalized ratio), or PTT (partial thromboplastin time)? Heparin affects INR (used to monitor the effectiveness of the anticoagulant), and PTT (blood test determines the blood clotting time), It may cause reduced blood platelet count
Q. Does Heparin come in pill form? No,it is available as gel, ointment, and an injection form.
Q. Does Heparin affect blood pressure or sleep? Heparin is not reported to affect blood pressure or sleep. Do consult your doctor if you experience such symptoms
Q. Is Heparin present in human body? Yes,it is produced in the body by mast cells
Q. Can I take Advil (ibuprofen), Tylenol (acetaminophen), or aspirin with Heparin? Heparin in injectable form may interact with Advil and aspirin but it is not reported to interact with Tylenol. Please follow the advice of the doctor regarding their simultaneous use
Q. Is Heparin unfractionated? There are two forms of Heparin used as anti-coagulants; fractionated and low molecular weight Heparins. Please see the product leaflet for more information
Q. Is Heparin a protein, anticoagulant (blood thinner), thrombolytic agent (clot buster), or antiplatelet (antiaggregant)? Heparin is not a protein, thrombolytic agent, or antiplatelet drug. It is a member of glycosaminoglycan carbohydrate and used as an anticoagulant
Q. Is Heparin made from pork? Yes,it is made from pork or other animal tissues
Expert Advice
Do not Heparin if you are sensitive to Heparin or any other ingredients of the drug.Avoid using Heparin are pregnant or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.Do not Heparin if you are already taking aspirin or other blood thinner medications.Tell your doctor if your injury or illness does not improve, or gets worse after Heparin treatment.
Product Details
SKU: PC-73977 Product Description: Thrombotroy QPS 5 ml is manufactured by Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd Packing: Bottle Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.