उत्पाद विवरण
1. Technical Specifications
| Attribute |
Details |
| Brand Name |
Lmwx 40 Injection |
| Active Ingredient |
Enoxaparin Sodium (Low Molecular Weight Heparin) |
| Strength |
40 mg/0.4 ml prefilled syringe |
| Dosage Form |
Injection (subcutaneous/IV) |
| Packaging Size |
1 prefilled syringe |
| Packaging Type |
Prefilled glass syringe with needle |
| Medicine Type |
Allopathic, Anticoagulant (LMWH) |
| Manufactured By |
Abbott India Ltd. |
| Distributed By |
Authorized pharmaceutical distributors |
2. Product Description
Lmwx 40 Injection contains Enoxaparin Sodium, a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) used as an anticoagulant. It prevents the formation of harmful blood clots by enhancing the activity of antithrombin III, which inhibits clotting factors (Factor Xa and thrombin). It is widely used for prophylaxis and treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), pulmonary embolism (PE), and to prevent clotting during surgeries or in patients with restricted mobility.
3. Product Highlights
| Attribute |
Details |
| Generic Name |
Enoxaparin Sodium |
| Therapeutic Category |
Anticoagulant (LMWH) |
| Application Area |
Cardiovascular, Hematology, Surgery |
| Administration |
Subcutaneous (main route), IV in special cases |
| Onset of Action |
Within 35 hours after injection |
| Storage Conditions |
Store below 25C, protect from light and freezing |
4. Therapeutic Uses
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Prevention of Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) in patients undergoing orthopedic or abdominal surgery
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Treatment of DVT and Pulmonary Embolism (PE)
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Prevention of clotting in bedridden/immobilized patients
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Prevention of ischemic complications in patients with unstable angina and myocardial infarction
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Used during dialysis to prevent clot formation in extracorporeal circuits
5. Side Effects
Common:
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Pain, redness, or bruising at injection site
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Mild bleeding or bruising easily
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Nausea, diarrhea
Serious (rare):
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Major bleeding (internal bleeding, blood in urine/stool, coughing blood)
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Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) low platelet count
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Allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty)
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Elevated liver enzymes
6. Precautions
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Use only under doctors prescription and supervision
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Contraindicated in active major bleeding or history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT)
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Dose adjustment required in renal impairment
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Monitor platelet counts and coagulation profile during therapy
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Avoid use with other anticoagulants/antiplatelets unless advised (increases bleeding risk)
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Inform doctor before any surgery or dental procedure
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Use with caution in pregnant women; generally avoided in breastfeeding unless clearly prescribed