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Heparin Sodium

Heparin Sodium,Porcine/Pf

What is Heparin Sodium used for?

This medication is used to prevent and treat blood clots. It may be used to prevent and treat blood clots in the lungs/legs (including in patients with atrial fibrillation). It may be used to treat certain blood clotting disorders. It may also be used to prevent blood clots after surgery, during dialysis, during blood transfusions, when collecting blood samples, or when a person is unable to move for a long time. Heparin helps to keep blood flowing smoothly by making a certain natural substance in your body (anti-clotting protein) work better. It is known as an anticoagulant.

CHEMICAL NAME

Heparin Sodium,Porcine/Pf (HEP-a-rin)

DRUG TYPE

Anticoagulant

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Heparin Sodium Frequently Asked Questions

This section contains uses of this drug that are not listed in the approved professional labeling for the drug but that may be prescribed by your health care professional. Use this drug for a condition that is listed in this section only if it has been so prescribed by your health care professional.

This drug may also be used to reduce the risk of blood clots in people who have had certain types of heart attack, or who have a certain type of chest pain called unstable angina.

IMPORTANT: HOW TO USE THIS INFORMATION: This is a summary and does NOT have all possible information about this product. This information does not assure that this product is safe, effective, or appropriate for you. This information is not individual medical advice and does not substitute for the advice of your health care professional. Always ask your health care professional for complete information about this product and your specific health needs.

Heparin Sodium Dosage and Form Information

Supplied As
Strength
Vial
1000/Ml
20000/Ml
5000/Ml
5000/0.5Ml
10000/Ml
Syringe
5000/0.5Ml
5000/Ml
Cartridge
5000/0.5Ml
5000/Ml(1)