Dalteparin

Dalteparin is a newer anticoagulant agent. Dalteparin is a heparin fraction. its molecular weight range is 2000-9000. Dalteparin is also used in the treatment of unstable angina.


Adult Dose
Dose: 120 IU/ kg
Single Dose: 120 (120)
Frequency: 12 hourly
Route: SC
Instructions: Max. 1000IU/24hrs. Treatment period is 5-8 days concomitant therapy with low dose aspirin is recommended
Neonatal
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Paedriatic
Dose:
Single Dose:
Frequency:
Route:
Instructions: Not recommended in this age group
Characteristics
Dalteparin sodium is the derivative of Dalteparin. It is of Natural origin and belongs to Heparin. It belongs to Low Molecular Weight Heparin pharmacological group.The Molecular Weight of Dalteparin is 2000.00.
Contraindications
Dalteparin is contraindicated in conditions like Thrombocytopenia,Hypersensitivity to the drug.
Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Dalteparin, which give rise to further complications include Thrombocytopenia, Anaphylactic reactions.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Dalteparin are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Fever, Pruritus, Bleeding, Reaction at injection site, Bullous rash.
Indications
Dalteparin is primarily indicated in conditions like Angina pectoris, Deep vein thrombosis, Myocardial infarction prophylaxis, Obesity, Pulmonary embolism, Unstable angina.
Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Dalteparin was found.
Interfrence
Elevations of SGPT and SGOT Elevation in ALT or AST
Risks
Drug should not be given to Geriatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Storage
Inj Store Between 20°C-25°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.
Warnings
Dalteparin should be used with caution in patients with medical history, especially have any bleeding disorders, ulcers, liver disease, kidney disease, high blood pressure, heart disease, history of stroke or allergies, especially to heparin. This medication is classified as pregnancy category B and should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation.
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