Description
Heparin Leo is a prescription deep vein thrombosis prevention medication used to prevent blood clots for people who are at risk of DVT or a pulmonary embolism. It is an anticoagulant that prevent platelets clumping together in the blood and forming clots that can pose grave risks if they begin to move into the lungs, heart, or brain after building up in arteries. Heparin Leo blood thinner may also be prescribed to prevent blood clotting during dialysis or for people at risk of clots related to unstable angina. The Heparin injection is self-administered subcutaneously under the skin.
You can buy Heparin Leo with a prescription, and your best price on it will be when you order medication online from Canada Pharmacy.
Directions
Deep Vein Thrombosis / Pulmonary Embolism
Adults: 333 units/kg of body weight injected under skin, or maintenance dosage of 250 units/kg of body weight injected under your skin every 12 hours.
Children: dosage will vary based on age, body weight, and doctor’s assessment of condition / risk
DVT prevention for kidney dialysis
Adults: 5,000 units about 2 hours before dialysis treatment
Children: dosage will vary based on age, body weight, and doctor’s assessment of condition / risk
Store Heparin injection at room temperature between 68°F and 77°F (20°F and 25°C)
Ingredients
The active ingredient in Heparin Leo is Heparin
Cautions
Tell your doctor if you have any history of uncontrolled high blood pressure, bleeding or clotting problems, stomach ulcers, kidney or liver disease, sulfite sensitivity, or pig protein sensitivity before starting on Heparin Leo blood thinner
Always ensure injection site is sterilized prior to injections
Women should use this medication when pregnant only if a doctor approves this course of medication
Dispose of needles properly in a sharps container
Interactions
There is the possibility of negative drug interactions between Heparin Leo and other Rx or OTC medications, including acetylsalicylic acid / aliskiren / captopril / ramipril / candasartan, irbesartan / losartan / apixaban / canagliflozin / clopidogrel / dabigatran / dasatinib / deferasirox / edoxaban / eplerenone / nitroglycerin / diclofenac / ibuprofen / naproxen / Obinutuzumab / pentoxifylline / prasugrel / levonorgestrel / medroxyprogesterone / norethindrone / rivaroxaban / citalopram, / fluoxetine / paroxetine / desvenlafaxine / duloxetine / venlafaxine / ticagrelor / ticlopidine / tipranavir / warfarin
Tell your doctor of all medications you are currently taking before receiving a prescription and proceeding to buy Heparin Leo online
Side Effects
Heparin Leo side effects are a possibility, and some users may experience bruising, less blood clotting, irritation / pain / redness / sores at the injection site, allergic reactions like hives, chills, or fever, or increased liver enzymes on liver function test results. If side effects are experienced you may want to discontinue use and talk to your doctor again regarding blood clot prevention medication alternatives.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.
Product Code : 13730