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Streptokinase Streptase Uses Used to treat people who are having a heart attack. Also used to break up blood clots in the blood vessels of lungs, leg veins, and around the heart. How To Use APPEARANCE: Injectable. Your doctor will prescribe your dose and tell you how long it will be given. This medicine is very strong. Make sure you understand why you are getting it and what the risks and benefits of treatment are. It is important for you to follow your doctors orders closely. The medicine will be given through a tube that goes in one of your blood veins. This is called intravenous (in-tra-VEEN-us), or IV. This medicine will be given by nurse or other caregiver trained to give IV medicine. You will get this medicine in a hospital, so the results of your treatment can be watched closely. If you have any questions about your treatment, ask your caregiver. Side Effects Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects: Blood in your urine or bowel movements (or black tarry stools) Bloody vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds Nosebleeds or bleeding from any area Purple spots on skin or unexplained bruises Wheezing or trouble breathing Skin rash, itching, or hives Swelling in the face, lips, or mouth Precautions You should not get this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to streptokinase. If you have high blood pressure, bleeding disorders or bleeding anywhere in your body, or if you have had a stroke, then you should not get this medicine. Drug Interactions If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or have recently had a baby, talk to your doctor before you get this medicine. Make sure your doctor knows if you have had any kind of surgery or dental work recently, a 'strep' infection, rheumatic fever, bleeding in your stomach or bowels, or any other medical problems. If you start to have pain, redness, or swelling where the IV is given, tell your caregiver right away. Tell your caregiver if you see any blood in or around your IV tube. Tell your caregiver if you feel lightheaded or fluttering in your chest

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