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Niskinase 7.5IU Injection

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Storage
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.

Product introduction

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection is a medicine used to break down harmful blood clots that have formed in the blood vessels. It is used to treat patients who have suffered a recent heart attack. It is also used in treating conditions such as pulmonary embolism and stroke.

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. The doctor may closely monitor your condition until you become stable.

Use of this medicine may cause injection site bleeding, nausea, allergic reaction, and a decrease in blood pressure. It may increase your risk of bleeding also. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.

This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any bleeding disorder, kidney, or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

Uses of Niskinase Powder for Injection


Side effects of Niskinase Powder for 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 Niskinase

  • Allergic reaction
  • Nausea
  • Injection site bleeding
  • Decrease in blood pressure

How to use Niskinase Powder for Injection

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

How Niskinase Powder for Injection works

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection works by dissolving the harmful blood clots in the blood vessels. This restores the blood flow to the affected tissue, thereby preventing tissue death and improving outcomes.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Niskinase 7.5IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Niskinase 7.5IU 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
NOT RELEVANT
Not relevant, as Niskinase 7.5IU Injection is intended for use in hospitalised patients.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Niskinase 7.5IU Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Niskinase 7.5IU Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Niskinase Powder for Injection?

If you miss a dose of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection, please consult your doctor.\n

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.
  • Niskinase 7.5IU Injection helps break down blood clots in blood vessels, thereby treating conditions such as heart attack, pulmonary embolism, and stroke.
  • It should be given as soon as possible (within 12 hours) after the onset of a heart attack.
  • It is usually given by your nurse or doctor as an infusion (drip) into a vein.
  • It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
  • Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Amino acids, Peptides analogues
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
CARDIAC
Action Class
First-Generation Thrombolytics

Interaction with drugs

Taking Niskinase with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. Inform your doctor if you notice any signs of bleeding (bruising, bleeding gums, blood in stool/vomit/urine).
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and bruising and consult your doctor immediately.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately.

Patient concerns

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In road accident head and small intestine got injured . 15 stiches on head and operation of 1 inch diameter of intestine . Now spo2 level is dropping to 70% after 1 hour of removing oxygen mask
Dr. Saurabh Arora
Cardiology
Get checked for pulmonary embolism or pneumothorax
GE my self v.k tiwari mbbs md i feel the patient information above is there any blood test for diagnosed pulmonary edema and pulmonary embolism
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir There is no specific blood test for diagnosing pulmonary edema and embolism
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FAQs

Can the use of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Niskinase 7.5IU 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 Niskinase 7.5IU Injection?

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
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References

  1. Fox KA, White HD, Gersh BJ, et al. Antithrombotic Agents: Platelete Inhibitors, Acute Anticoagulants, Fibrinolytics, and Chronic Anticoagulants. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 384-85.
  2. Weitz JI. Blood Coagulation and Anticoagulant, Fibrinolytic, and Antiplatelet Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 866.
  3. Drugs.com. Streptokinase Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings. [Accessed 20 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Neiss Labs Pvt Ltd
Address: 802, DLH Park, S.V. Road, Goregaon (W), Mumbai-400064, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2025

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