Govit-K Injection is a medicine used to treat vitamin K deficiency in the body. It helps in improving conditions caused due to low levels of vitamin K in the body. Vitamin K is an important nutrient that is necessary for blood clotting and bone metabolism.

Govit-K Injection is given under the supervision of a doctor to a nurse and should not be self-administered. You should take it regularly to get the most benefit from it. This medicine may be only part of a complete program of treatment that also includes making changes to your diet and taking vitamin supplements.

Govit-K Injection is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause pain, redness, or swelling at the site of injection in some people. Let your doctor know if they persist or get worse.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. It is important to ask the advice of the doctor before taking any other vitamin supplements.

Uses of Govit-K Injection

Vitamin K deficiency

Benefits of Govit-K Injection

In Vitamin K deficiency

Govit-K Injection is a supplement of vitamin K. It is used to treat conditions caused by low levels of vitamin K in the body. Vitamin K is an important nutrient which is necessary for blood clotting and bone metabolism. It helps to treat and prevent unusual bleeding by increasing the production of blood clotting factors in the body.

Side effects of Govit-K Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Govit-K

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Govit-K Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Govit-K Injection works

Govit-K Injection is a synthetic form of vitamin K. It restores the activity of vitamin K and speeds up the normal blood clotting process to prevent or treat bleeding caused due to too high a dose of warfarin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Govit-K Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Govit-K Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Govit-K Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Govit-K Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Govit-K Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Govit-K Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Govit-K Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Govit-K Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Govit-K Injection is given to improve the level of vitamin K that is necessary for blood clotting.
If you plan to undergo any surgery or dental procedure, inform your doctor that you are taking Govit-K Injection.
Inform your doctor if you are taking anti-coagulants (blood thinners) like warfarin, anisindione, heparin, warfarin before taking Govit-K Injection.
It is advisable to let your doctor know if you have any blood disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, or gallbladder disease.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
You may also include vitamin K-rich foods in your diet like spinach green beans, broccoli, cabbage, chicken, cheese, etc.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Vitamin K1[Phytomenadione]

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

BLOOD RELATED

Action Class

Vitamins

Patient concerns

I have vitamin k deficiency which causes blood loss from my nose and it goes in much quantities . Physician suggest vitamin k injection and hematologist is saying go for peramin .625. What is the best option for me

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

do what hematologist has said

I want to do a lasik surgery to remove specs Please suggest me a fair budget and best treatment

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

20 k to 50 k for lasik

Muh k chhale k liye koi perfect ilaj he

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir you can take Borax 0, 04 drops in half cup water thrice daily for 15 days, but in case there is no improvement, you might need to visit a homeopath so that he can examine you and discuss your case in detail, get some investigations and guide you accordingly. For Do?s and Don?ts while taking homeopathic medicines visit www.arorasclinic.com/homeopathy

FAQs

What is Govit-K Injection used for?

Govit-K Injection is used to treat bleeding (hemorrhage or threatened hemorrhage) associated with a low blood level of prothrombin or factor VII. Along with that, it is used to treat vitamin K deficiency in the body. Vitamin K is an important nutrient which is necessary for blood clotting and bone metabolism. Govit-K Injection also helps to improve conditions caused due to low levels of vitamin K in the body.

How does Govit-K Injection work?

Govit-K Injection works by promoting the formation of clotting factors (factors that are required for normal clotting of blood). This prevents bleeding after the use of blood thinning medications (anticoagulants).

Is Govit-K Injection effective?

Govit-K Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Govit-K Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

How is Govit-K Injection administered?

Govit-K Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Govit-K Injection.

Is Govit-K Injection safe?

Govit-K Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

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