Unox 40mg Injection
Manufacturer
FDC Ltd
Salt Composition
Enoxaparin (40mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Unox 40mg Injection is an anticoagulant used for the treatment and prevention of harmful blood clots. It works by inactivating clotting proteins and thus, prevents the formation of clots and blockages in the blood vessels.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Unox 40mg Injection is an anticoagulant used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. It stops the existing clots from getting any bigger and restricts the formation of any new clot. It is also helpful in the prevention of blood clots in veins, a condition called deep vein thrombosis, and pulmonary embolism.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Low blood platelets Anemia (low number of red blood cells) Bleeding Headache Increased liver enzymes Fever Injection site pain Breathing problems Edema (swelling) Diarrhea
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Unox 40mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Unox 40mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Unox 40mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Interacting Medicines
Apixaban (Oral Route) Etoricoxib (Oral Route) Telmisartan (Oral Route) Atorvastatin (Oral Route) Paracetamol (Oral Route)
How it works
Unox 40mg Injection is an anticoagulant. It works by inactivating certain blood-clotting proteins. This prevents the formation of blood clots and prevents blockages in the blood vessels of the body.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Unox 40mg Injection for the treatment and prevention of blood clots. Unox 40mg Injection increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects or cutting fingernails or toenails. Unlike other similar medications, regular lab tests are not required. Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions
How do you administer Unox 40mg Injection?
Unox 40mg Injection is a medicine which is injected beneath the skin. Fix the dose of the medicine and pinch the skin of your stomach between your finger and thumb to make a fold. After having cleaned the area, hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the full length of the needle into the skin fold. Inject the medicine and discard the syringe as instructed by your prescribing physician. Follow the instructions given by the healthcare provider strictly. Contact your doctor in case of any doubt or any reactions associated with the medicine.
What are the conditions where I should be cautious before taking Unox 40mg Injection?
You must give a proper history to your doctor before you start taking Unox 40mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you have a heart valve fitted or have gastric ulcer, high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know if you ever had a reaction to heparin or had a recent stroke, brain or spinal surgery. The chances of side effects and complications increase in presence of these conditions. Consult with your doctor and follow medical advice.
How to store Unox 40mg Injection injections?
Store Unox 40mg Injection injections at 25°C and do not freeze them. The multiple-dose vials should not be stored for more than 28 days after the first use. Discard the injection if you notice any particulate matter or abnormal color in the solution or any damage in the syringe. Read the medicine package leaflet before using this medication and ask the pharmacist in case of any doubt.
Can Unox 40mg Injection be used in heart attack?
Yes, Unox 40mg Injection is used in the treatment of chest pain and heart attack once the standard treatment has been provided to the patient. It is given along with another blood thinner like aspirin. Being a blood-thinning agent, it prevents the blood from clotting and prevents any further episodes and complications.
