Clexane Injection Specification
Requires Prescription (YES/NO)
Yes
Generics
Enoxaparin Sodium
Used For
Blood Clot
How it works
It works by stopping existing blood clots from getting any bigger. This helps your body to break them down and stop them causing you harm and by stopping blood clots forming in your blood.
Clexane Injection Usage And Safety
Dosage
Enoxaparin Sodium
Side Effects
Bleeding a lot from a wound , If you have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue , Headache , Anaemia , Alopecia , Liver injury, both hepatocellular & cholestatic.
Drug Interactions
Warfarin , Aspirin, dipyridamole, clopidogrel or other medicines- used to stop blood clots forming , Dextran injection , Ibuprofen, diclofenac, ketorolac or other medicines , Prednisolone, dexamethasone or other medicines , rheumatoid arthritis , Water tablets (diuretics) such as spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride. These may increase the levels of potassium in your blood when taken with Enoxaparin Sodium .
Indication
Prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism particularly associated with orthopaedic or general surgery and in bedridden patients . Treatment of venous thromboembolic disease presenting with deep vein thrombosis , pulmonary embolism or both . Treatment of unstable angina and non-Q wave MI. Prevention of thrombus formation in the extracorporeal circulation during haemodialysis . COVID-19.
When not to Use
You are allergic (hypersensitive) to enoxaparin sodium or any of the other ingredients . Signs of an allergic reaction include: A rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue .
Clexane Injection Precautions
Precaution
If you have a history of spinal surgery or spinal deformity or if you are going to have a spinal puncture or an operation where an epidural or spinal anaesthetic is used, tell your doctor that you are using Enoxaparin Sodium.
Clexane Injection Warnings
Warning 1
You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant and have a mechanical heart valve as you may be at increased risk of developing blood clots. Your doctor should discuss this with you.
Warning 2
Before you use this medicine your doctor or nurse may carry out a blood test.
Warning 3
It is not recommended for use in children.
Clexane Injection Additional Information
Pregnancy category
Always consult your physician before using any medicine.
Storage (YES/NO)
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.
