Formulation :

Each ml contains

Heparin Sodium..............5000IU

 

 

Indication :

Used in the treatment and prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism (deep-vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism), especially prophylaxis in surgical patients and in those pregnant women at particular risk. It is also used in the management of arterial thromboembolism including that associated with unstable angina pectoris, myocardial infarction, acute peripheral arterial occlusion and stroke. It is often used as a precursor to oral anticoagulation and is withdrawn once the oral anticoagulant is exerting its full effect.