Retefast Kit

Retefast Kit is an injectable drug, given directly into a vein and it is given by a doctor as soon as possible after the first signs of a heart attack. Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely. You may be given another medicine to stop blood clotting at the same time or after the treatment.

This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding, so it is better to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, or using sharp objects. Treatment with this drug can also cause nausea, vomiting, decreased blood pressure, and injection site bleeding.

This drug needs to be administered with care by an expert and is not suitable for everyone. There is a long list of situations where you will not be given Retefast Kit including if you have had a head injury or surgery on your brain or spinal cord and any current bleeding anywhere in your body. Your healthcare team will need to know a lot about your medical history before giving you this medicine.

• Heart attack

• It should be given as soon as possible (within 12 hours) after the onset of a heart attack or within 4.5 hours of onset of stroke.
• Let your doctor know immediately if you develop any nosebleeds, gum bleeding, black or tarry stools, or bruising. 
• Do not discontinue the medicines started after this injection as it may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.