Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe

Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd

Medicine composition: Fondaparinux

Prescription vs.OTC: Prescription by Doctor not required

Last Updated: August 22, 2019

About Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe

Fondaflo is an anticoagulant. It helps in preventing blood clot in patients who are scheduled to undergo surgery soon. It is also used in combination with warfarin to treat clots in the lungs/legs.

Before using this medication you should notify your doctor if you are allergic to any ingredient contained within this medication. Do not use this medication if you are less than 50 kg for undergoing treatments such as blood clot in lungs/legs or are having hip/knee replacement surgery, you are taking any other medication, you have other allergies, you have kidney/intestinal/stomach/liver/vision/bleeding problems.

What are the uses of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe

This medication helps in treating the following problems in the human body:

Deep Vein Thrombosis
Pulmonary Embolism

What are the contraindications of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe ?

Hypersensitivity

What are the side effects of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe ?

Side effects of this medication which can be seen in a patient are:

Bleeding
Anemia

Key highlights of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe

Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Consult your doctor before using this medication.

What are the substitutes for Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe ?

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe , and hence can be used as its substitute.

Fondazest 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe
Abbott India Ltd

What are the dosage instructions?

Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

How does this medication work?

This medication is a synthetic anticoagulant which selectively binds to ATIII and enhances neutralization of coagulation Factor Xa by ATIII, inhibiting formation of thrombin from prothrombin, which in turn inhibits the formation of fibrin from fibrinogen and stops clot formation.

What are the interactions of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe ?

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

Interaction with Disease

Disease
Do not use this medication if you suffer from Liver Disease, Kidney Disease and Bleeding.
Interaction with Medicine

Medicine
This medication interacts with Enoxaparin, NSAIDs, Alteplase and others.

FAQs about Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe

Ques: What is Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe?

Ans: Fondaflo has Fondaparinux as an active element present in it. This medicine performs its action by stopping the action of a substance (clotting factor Xa) from working in the blood. This prevents the formation of unwanted blood clots (thrombosis) in the blood vessels.

Ques: What are the uses of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe?

Ans: Fondaflo is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as lots (thrombosis) in the blood vessels.

Ques: What are the Side Effects of Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe?

Ans: Side effects include Bleeding and Anemia (low number of red blood cells).

Ques: What are the instructions for storage and disposal Fondaflo 2.5Mg Prefilled Syringe?

Ans: Fondaflo should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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