Dalteparin
Information about Dalteparin
Dalteparin uses
Dalteparin is used in the treatment and prevention of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolus.
It is also used in a heart attack.
It is also used in a heart attack.
How dalteparin works
Dalteparin is an anticoagulant that prevents the formation of harmful blood clots.
Common side effects of dalteparin
Bleeding, Injection site reaction
Available Medicine for Dalteparin
Expert advice for Dalteparin
- Take special precautions while taking dalteparin if you have any of the following conditions that make you susceptible to bleeding: after an operation or trauma, stroke, brain tumour, abnormal or low numbers of platelets (clotting cells), diabetes, uncontrolled high blood pressure.
- Dalteparin may reduce platelet count in your blood. Avoid activities that may cause injury or bruising.
- Seek immediate medical attention if you have unusual bruising or bleeding; dark, tarry, or bloody stools.
- Inform your doctor or dentist that you take dalteparin before you receive any medical or dental care, emergency care, or surgery.
- Your condition may be monitored with lab tests, including complete blood cell counts blood chemistry.
- Dalteparin is not recommended in children.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Dalteparin
Dalteparin
Q. Is dalteparin an anticoagulant/ a LMWH?
Dalteparin is an anticoagulant drug which belongs to class of medications called low molecular weight heparins.