Alprin Injection
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Alprin Injection is an anticoagulant which prevents abnormal clotting of blood. It not only prevents the formation of harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, and heart but also stops them from growing bigger.
Alprin Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It is preventing future harm. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure this medicine is working well and monitor the levels of potassium and platelets.
Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. You should be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports.
Before you use this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking. In case of pregnancy, consult your doctor if it is safe to use this medicine.
Uses of Alprin Injection
- Heart attack
- Prevention of Blood clots
Benefits of Alprin Injection
In Prevention of Blood clots
Formation of blood clots blocks one or more veins, usually in your legs. Alprin Injection is used to prevent formation of blood clots near the surface of your skin. It dissolves the clots and also relieves pain and inflammation by increasing the blood flow. This improves the overall healing process.
Alprin Injection is given as an injection by the doctor and should not be self-administered. The condition usually improves on its own in some time. Additionally, the doctor might recommend applying heat to the painful area, elevating the affected leg, using an over-the-counter painkiller and possibly wearing compression stockings.
Alprin Injection is given as an injection by the doctor and should not be self-administered. The condition usually improves on its own in some time. Additionally, the doctor might recommend applying heat to the painful area, elevating the affected leg, using an over-the-counter painkiller and possibly wearing compression stockings.
How to use Alprin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Alprin Injection works
Alprin Injection is an anticoagulant. It works 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Alprin Injection
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Alprin Injection during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.
Alprin Injection is released in small amounts in the breast milk and amounts reaching the baby are also small, which would not be expected to cause any harmful effects to the baby.
Alprin Injection is released in small amounts in the breast milk and amounts reaching the baby are also small, which would not be expected to cause any harmful effects to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Alprin Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alprin Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment is recommended.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Alprin Injection in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Alprin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Alprin Injection, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Notify your doctor if you see blood in your urine or stool or any unusual bleeding from your skin, gums or nose.
- Inform your doctor if you experience rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue, and throat while you receive this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Glycosaminoglycans
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
BLOOD RELATED
Action Class
Unfractionated Heparin (UFH)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Alprin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Celecoxib with Heparin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Celecoxib may increase t
Do not consume Apixaban with Heparin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. Heparin may increase the effect of Apixaban.
Concu
Do not consume Diclofenac with Heparin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Diclofenac may increase
Do not consume Diclofenac with Heparin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Diclofenac may increase
Do not consume Diclofenac with Heparin. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Diclofenac may increase
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Alprin Injection used for?
Alprin Injection is a blood thinner that helps prevent and treat blood clots in blood vessels, the lungs, or after certain surgeries.
Who should not receive Alprin Injection?
Individuals should not receive Alprin Injection if they are allergic to it, have uncontrolled bleeding, a low platelet count due to heparin use (heparin-induced thrombocytopenia), or have certain conditions like active stomach ulcers or recent brain, eye, or spinal surgery.
Can Alprin Injection cause serious bleeding?
Yes, Alprin Injection can increase the risk of serious or life-threatening bleeding. Signs of bleeding include unusual bruising, nosebleeds, blood in urine or stools, or coughing up blood, and these require urgent medical attention.
What is heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)?
Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) is a rare but serious reaction where heparin (present in Alprin Injection) lowers platelet counts, increasing the risk of dangerous blood clots. It can occur during or soon after treatment.
Does Alprin Injection require regular blood monitoring?
Yes, frequent blood tests are needed to check clotting times (such as INR, PTT) and platelet counts to ensure Alprin Injection is safe and effective for you.
Can Alprin Injection cause allergic reactions?
Alprin Injection can cause allergic reactions, including rash, itching, fever, and chills. However, you may also experience rare, severe reactions like difficulty breathing or swelling of the face and throat.
Is Alprin Injection safe for people with liver or kidney disease?
While on Alprin Injection treatment, caution is needed if you have liver or kidney problems, as these conditions can increase the risk of bleeding or require dose adjustments.
Can the use of Alprin Injection increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Alprin Injection increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
What medicines should I avoid while taking Alprin Injection?
Alprin Injection can interact with several medicines. Talk to your doctor, and inform him about using Alprin Injection before taking any prescription or non prescription medicine.
When will I feel better after taking Alprin Injection?
Alprin Injection reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Alprin Injection. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
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