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Fibrinogen

INFORMATION ABOUT FIBRINOGEN

Fibrinogen Uses

Fibrinogen is used in the treatment of bleeding.

How Fibrinogen works

Fibrinogen is a chemical messenger which fastens the process of clot formation and stops bleeding.

Common side effects of Fibrinogen

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
No common side effects seen
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Last updated
08 Nov 2024 | 05:43 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Fibrinogen

  • Inform your doctor if you have had a heart attack or a history of poor blood supply to heart (coronary heart disease) or if you are suffering from liver disease.
  • Tell your doctor about any recent or planned surgery.
  • Seek immediate medical attention if your experience sudden skin reactions, difficulty in breathing, fall in blood pressure or dizziness.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a condition that make you more prone to blood clots than normal (thromboembolic disorders).
  • Strict medical supervision should be ensured while treating newborns with fibrinogen.
  • Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
  • Do not take if allergic to fibrinogen or any of its ingredients.

Frequently asked questions for Fibrinogen

Yes. Fibrinogen activates platelets to participate in the clotting process and form a stable plug that blocks and stops excessive bleeding
No, Fibrinogen is a soluble plasma glycoprotein
No. Fibrinogen is found in blood plasma and not serum
It is formed in the liver and found in blood when there is rupture and bleeding within blood vessels to bring about clotting or coagulation.