Clexane 80 Mg Injection 1 No'S

Clexane Injection is a blood thinner medicine that is used to prevent blood clots in patients suffering from angina. It contains Enoxaparin as its active ingredient. It works by preventing blood clot formation and also prevents blockages in the blood vessels of the body.

It is also used as a precautionary medicine for patients who have undergone surgeries. This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection and the dose and duration will be decided based on the close assessment of your health condition. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about all the medicines and supplements you take and all the conditions or diseases you suffer from before starting this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

• Clexane Injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse. Therefore, it is less likely to get an overdose on this medicine.
• However, if you experience severe bleeding from the gums, nose or anus right after taking this injection, please inform your doctor immediately.
• A significant overdose of this medicine could even lead to internal bleeding.

Missed a Dose

You will be monitored by your doctor or nurse about when the Clexane Injection should be given to you. It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Enoxaparin in the Clexane Injection works as an anticoagulant and helps in preventing blood clots.

Directions for Use

• Clexane Injection will be given to you in the hospital by your doctor or nurse.
• Follow any instructions suggested by the doctor or nurse during the procedure or for aftercare.
• Reach out to your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects right after taking this injection.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Clexane Injection during pregnancy?

As there is limited information, the Clexane Injection can be taken by pregnant women only if it is prescribed by a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Clexane Injection while breastfeeding?

Clexane Injection should be used while breastfeeding only if prescribed by a doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken the Clexane Injection?

One of the known side effects of Clexane Injection is dizziness. Thus, you should avoid driving if you are feeling dizzy.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Clexane Injection?

The interaction of the Clexane Injection with alcohol is unknown. Please consult with your doctor for more details.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have diabetes, liver or kidney-related problems. You have undergone some surgery. You are suffering from any blood-related disease. You recently suffered a stroke or have high blood pressure.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Enoxaparin or any other ingredients of the Clexane Injection.
• If you are suffering from any blood disorder or have any bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract.

Side effects

• Injection site bleeding
• Fever
• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Bleeding in gums
• Increased menstrual flow
• Irritability
• Fast heartbeat

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Clexane Injection may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking. Also, you should inform your doctor if you have a planned surgery or vaccination scheduled.
• Certain medicines such as other blood thinners, pain killers if taken along can increase the risk of bleeding thus, should be discontinued before initiating treatment with the Clexane.

Interactions with food items

There is no known interaction with food. However, please inform your doctor if you encounter any food interaction with natural blood thinners like ginger, garlic and ginkgo.

Storage and disposal

• Store this injection under the conditions mentioned on the package.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What does the Clexane Injection contain?

Clexane Injection contains enoxaparin as its active ingredient. It is a blood thinner.