Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

Introduction of Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

Loparin Injection belongs to a group of drugs called blood thinners or blood thinners. It helps prevent and treat harmful blood clots. It is available as an injection and is injected under the skin by a doctor or nurse. It is not injected into the muscle. Loparin Injection prevents blood clots that have already formed larger and limits the formation of new clots. Blood clots can form in the veins, a condition known as (deep vein thrombosis or DVT), in the pulmonary arteries (pulmonary embolism). If you are being treated with this enoxaparin sodium injection of 40 mg, avoid doing things that increase your risk of bleeding or injury. Bleeding can be dangerous, so actively monitor your symptoms and talk to your doctor. The most common side effects of this Loparin injection include prolonged bleeding, pain or discomfort at the injection site, dark urine, confusion, and vision changes. A severe headache or abdominal pain could be a sign of bleeding. Inform your doctor immediately in this case. Before using this Loparin injection, tell your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or new-onset stroke. This is to ensure the safety of Loparin injection. Do not take it if you are bleeding. Pregnant and nursing women should consult their doctor before using this Loparin injection. Drinking alcoholic beverages while receiving this Loparin injection may increase the risk of bleeding. So avoid alcohol consumption.

Uses of Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

• Treat and prevent blood clots

Directions for Use

Do not self-inject Loparin. Your doctor or nurse will inject Loparin Injection under your skin. If you have kidney or liver problems, please let your doctor know before taking Loparin Injection so that the dose can be adjusted accordingly. If you are elderly, regular blood tests are recommended to monitor the effects of treatment with Loparin Injection.

Enoxaparin Injection Dosage

Enoxaparin injection is typically administered subcutaneously (under the skin) once or twice a day. The dosage is measured in milligrams (mg) and is based on the patient's weight. The recommended dosage ranges from 1 mg/kg to 1.5 mg/kg of body weight.

For example, if a patient weighs 70 kilograms and the prescribed dosage is 1 mg/kg, the calculation would be as follows:
1 mg/kg x 70 kg = 70 mg

The calculated dosage of 70 mg would be administered once or divided into two equal doses of 35 mg each, depending on the specific instructions given by your healthcare professional.

Side effects of Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

Like other drugs, Loparin Injection can have side effects. However, these side effects are temporary and go away after a while. Most of the side effects like nausea, diarrhea, headache, increased blood platelets, and increased liver enzymes and you may also feel dizzy, cold hands and feet, this does not require medical attention. Call your doctor if you notice blood in your vomit, urine, or stool. Also, tell your doctor if you find any purple or red spots on your skin.

Precautions of Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

Use caution when using Lovenox Injection in conditions with a higher risk of bleeding. Monitoring of coagulation tests such as platelet count and hematocrit should be performed in all patients receiving Loparin injections. Patients should let their doctor know if they are on active treatment with this Loparin injection before having any surgery.

Interactions with Loparin Injection (Enoxaparin)

Drug-Drug Interactions: Loparin Injection may interact with pain relievers (aspirin, ibuprofen), a medicine used to treat heart attacks (alteplase), and blood thinners or blood thinners (heparin, warfarin, rivaroxaban).

Food-Drug Interactions: Lovenox Injection may interact with alcohol. Avoid using herbal supplements like ginkgo biloba, fish oil, garlic, ginseng, and ginger as they can reduce the effectiveness of Loparin Injection.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Use with caution in patients with bleeding problems, liver disease, hypertensive retinopathy, diabetic retinopathy, and bacterial endocarditis (an infectious disease). A bacterial infection that enters the bloodstream and is deposited in the lining of the heart, heart valves, or blood vessels), hypertension, renal dysfunction, thrombocytopenia (abnormally low platelet count), premature birth/low birth weight in infants, and hypertension.

FAQs:-

How to inject Loparin?

Loparin Injection is injected under the skin by a doctor or nurse. It should not be injected into a muscle. The dose and length of treatment depend on your medical condition, your response to the medication, and the reason you are being treated. It may also be based on your age and weight.

What is an enoxaparin injection?

Lovenox injection (enoxaparin sodium) is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) medicine used to prevent blood clots sometimes called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can cause clots to form. Blood clots in the lungs. DVT can occur after certain types of surgery or in people who are bedridden due to prolonged illness.

Where do you inject enoxaparin (Lovenox)?

Enoxaparin is usually injected into the stomach area. You must use a different area of the stomach for each injection. If you have any questions about where to inject, ask your healthcare provider.