Is Heparin

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Heparin, also known as unfractionated heparin (UFH), is a medication and naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan.[2][3] Since heparins depend on the activity of antithrombin, they are considered anticoagulants.[4] Specifically it is also used in the treatment of heart attacks and unstable angina.[2] It is given by injection into a vein or under the skin.[2] Other uses include inside test tubes and kidney dialysis ma...

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In enzymology, a heparin lyase (EC 4.2.2.7) is an enzyme that catalyzes the cleavage of polysaccharides containing 1,4-linked D-glucuronate or L-iduronate residues and 1,4-alpha-linked 2-sulfoamino-2-deoxy-6-sulfo-D-glucose residues to give oligosaccharides with terminal 4-deoxy-alpha-D-gluc-4-enuronosyl groups at their non-reducing ends. This enzyme belongs to the family of lyases, specifically those carbon-oxygen lyases acting on polysaccharides. The systematic name of this enzyme class is...

Heparin

Heparin, also known as unfractionated heparin (UFH), is a medication and naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan.[2][3] Since heparins depend on the activity of antithrombin, they are considered anticoagulants.[4] Specifically it is also used in the treatment of heart attacks and unstable angina.[2] It is given by injection into a vein or under the skin.[2] Other uses include inside test tubes and kidney dialysis ma...

Heparin

Heparin, also known as unfractionated heparin (UFH), is a medication and naturally occurring glycosaminoglycan.[2][3] Since heparins depend on the activity of antithrombin, they are considered anticoagulants.[4] Specifically it is also used in the treatment of heart attacks and unstable angina.[2] It is given by injection into a vein or under the skin.[2] Other uses include inside test tubes and kidney dialysis ma...

I am getting a lot of nausea, slow heart beat, very hot hands and hot face, occasional sharp, sudden pin like sensation - also weirdly getting 3 day binge hangover "delicate" feeling which I never get unless I have actually enjoyed the aforesaid. But I dont' want to stop taking as I am on day 3 following DVT treatment. I am taking the DM version of Heparin - self-injecting. Did anyone else suffer from similar symptoms? ## My mom was given heparin in the hospital and her hemoglobin dropped to 8.3 and her liver enzymes started elevating. Should that medicine be stopped because of liver enzymes?

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My stepfather died of HITT in 2010. I recently read about the huge recall in 2008. Is it possible that there is/was still contaminated lots out there? And who would I take this to other than the FDA? from what Ive read theyre not doing a very good job on their findings. ## No, it is highly unlikely that there were still contaminated lots on the market 2 years later, even if there were, you'd have to have some way to prove it. And there really is no one else to take it to, unless you are planning on filing a legal claim, which isn't likely since you aren't a direct relative. I am, however, very sorry for your family's loss. Are there any other questions or comments?

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I had two Heparin shots in the rt and lt side of my stomach while in the hospital ER for what was thought to be a heart attach. it was not. My question is that the first shot given to me on the rt side of my stomach still hurts today as much as it did a couple days after the shot. I have NO problem with the shot given on the lt side. There is slight swelling on the rt side but nothing else showing. I have taken 500mg naproxen (prescribed) and tylenol 500mg with no relief. I guess I want to find out if this is normal and if so how long it will last. ## Is it possible the the shot given to me was put into a muscle? It has been 3 plus weeks since the shot and it hurts now even worse than at the time of the shot was given. What would happen if it were given into a muscle? ## Experiencing pa...

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I was shot in stomach with heparin. Do I have a claim? I was in the hospital for about a week for an endoscopy an was given d blood thinner heparin and a few years later in V.A i was hospitalized for throwing up blood and such ## Hello, Darleanea! How are you? No, it would not cause such a thing to occur years later. The effect of Heparin are immediate and temporary. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I'm hospitalized with clots around my lungs. 65, 2 x leuakimea survivor in remission for 16 years, lower back fused, upper disectomy,neck, partial thoracotomy, about 1/2 of one lung removed through my back. One Dr said warfin but cardiologist says xarelto? I take many meds due to abuse. They say that's not a problem. I also suffer a lot of pain and occasional migraines. They've reduced over the past few years. Any advice on the preferences? Warfin or Xarelta? I also live in a small town with a hospital not very well equipped. Almost 2 hours to nearest full hospital. Please advise? They want to switch me from the heparin injections tomorrow, 3-28-15. Thanks DW ## Hello, DW! How are you doing? I'm sorry about the medical problems you're having. Both are effective medic...

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Is there an alternative medication to lovenox that can be taken oraly or otherwise instead of shots? ## This is a Heparin drug, thus only available as an injection. there are other blood thinners available in pill form, but you would need to discuss your options with you doctor, as sometimes the oral version do not work adequately for all conditions. ## My mother started takin Lovenox shots and Coumadin beause of a blod clot in her leg. Since sarting those medicines she has been very nauseated. Could that be a side effect of either of those medicines and is there alternative medicine for both of them. Thanks for your help.

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Just got out of the hospital for PE after 36 hours on a heparin drip, and with my first dose of eliquis nearly immediately had a migraine. Took tylenol and sumatripatin (i'm prone to migraines) but no relief until i finally fell. asleep. woke up, took my next dose of eliquis (10 mg), immediate return of headache plus bonus! heart started racing, too. Can I expect these side effects to diminish? After a week, i'm supposed to reduce the dose to 5 mg/2 day ## Hello HeadacheCity, Sorry to hear that you are having troubles with your medication. According to the Eliquis website it states right on the medication package that you should immediate contact your doctor if you start having migraines or dizziness shortly after taking the medication. It is likely you are having a negative rea...

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Dalteparin

Dalteparin is a low molecular weight heparin. It is marketed as Fragmin. Like other low molecular weight heparins, dalteparin is used for prophylaxis or treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack.[2] Dalteparin acts by potentiating the activity of antithrombin III, inhibiting formation of both Factor Xa and thrombin.[3] It is normally administered by self-injection. The CLOT study, published in 2003...

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Dalteparin is a low molecular weight heparin. It is marketed as Fragmin. Like other low molecular weight heparins, dalteparin is used for prophylaxis or treatment of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack.[2] Dalteparin acts by potentiating the activity of antithrombin III, inhibiting formation of both Factor Xa and thrombin.[3] It is normally administered by self-injection. The CLOT study, published in 2003...

Tinzaparin

Tinzaparin is an antithrombotic drug in the heparin group. It is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) marketed as Innohep worldwide. It has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for once daily treatment and prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).[4] It can be given subcutaneously by syringe, or intravenously.[5] It was manufactured by Leo pharmaceutical company, who withdrew the product from the US in 201...

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Tinzaparin is an antithrombotic drug in the heparin group. It is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) marketed as Innohep worldwide. It has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for once daily treatment and prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE).[4] It can be given subcutaneously by syringe, or intravenously.[5] It was manufactured by Leo pharmaceutical company, who withdrew the product from the US in 201...

Heparinase I

In enzymology, a heparin lyase (EC 4.2.2.7) is an enzyme that catalyzes the cleavage of polysaccharides containing 1,4-linked D-glucuronate or L-iduronate residues and 1,4-alpha-linked 2-sulfoamino-2-deoxy-6-sulfo-D-glucose residues to give oligosaccharides with terminal 4-deoxy-alpha-D-gluc-4-enuronosyl groups at their non-reducing ends. This enzyme belongs to the family of lyases, specifically those carbon-oxygen lyases acting on polysaccharides. The systematic name of this enzyme class is...

blood thinner to thin blood ## I think you mean Heparin ## Yes, it is used to thin the blood and prevent blood clots. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach pain, easy bruising, and increased risk of bleeding. Are there any questions?

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Fondaparinux

Fondaparinux (trade name Arixtra) is an anticoagulant medication chemically related to low molecular weight heparins. It is marketed by GlaxoSmithKline. A generic version developed by Alchemia is marketed within the US by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. Contents 1 Medical uses 1.1 Comparison to other agents 2 Pharmacology 2.1 Mechanism of action 3 Chemistry 3.1 Abbreviations 4 References 5 External links Medical uses Clinically, it is used for the prevention of deep vein thrombosis ...

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Fondaparinux (trade name Arixtra) is an anticoagulant medication chemically related to low molecular weight heparins. It is marketed by GlaxoSmithKline. A generic version developed by Alchemia is marketed within the US by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories. Contents 1 Medical uses 1.1 Comparison to other agents 2 Pharmacology 2.1 Mechanism of action 3 Chemistry 3.1 Abbreviations 4 References 5 External links Medical uses Clinically, it is used for the prevention of deep vein thrombosis ...