Heparin Lock

Heparin Lock Heparin-Injection Heparin Lock is an anticoagulant which prevents the blood from clotting. It is used to prevent and treat venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and other conditions of blood clotting.

ALTERNATE NAMES Heparin Lock Flush, Hep-Lock, Hep-Lock U/p

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heparin Lock Heparin Lock Flush, Hep-Lock, Hep-Lock U/p Uses Heparin Lock is an anticoagulant which prevents the blood from clotting. It is used to prevent and treat venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism and other conditions of blood clotting. Storage Store Heparin Lock as directed. Properly discard of any unused medication after the expiration date. Overdose If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include unexplained bleeding and bruising, stomach pain or swelling, back pain, blood in urine, vomiting blood, dizziness, and headache. Photos Heparin Lock Flush Vial contained Heparin Lock Flush (a How To Use Heparin Lock is administered by a health care professional either as an injection or infused slowly into a vein over a period time. Blood tests will be done routinely to determine the appropriate dose. Side Effects Heparin Lock may cause irritation, pain, redness or swelling at the injection site. If these symptoms continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop signs of a possibly allergy: chills, fever, itchy skin, rash. Bleeding must be monitored for it may indicate the dose is too high. Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following while using Heparin Lock: easy bruising, nose bleed, dark and tarry stools, blood in urine, a bleeding episode. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor if you have: blood disorders, bleeding episodes, heart disease, ulcers, liver disease, kidney disease, any allergies. A preservative (benzyl alcohol) which may be found in this product or in the liquid used to mix this product (diluent) can infrequently cause serious problems (sometimes death) if given by injection to an infant during the first months of life (neonatal period). The risk is greater with lower birth weight infants and is greater with increased amounts of benzyl alcohol. Symptoms include sudden gasping, low blood pressure, or a very slow heartbeat. Report these symptoms to the doctor immediately should they occur. If possible, a preservative-free product should be used when treating neonates. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of Heparin Lock. Heparin Lock should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if Heparin Lock appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose It is important to use each dose at the scheduled time. If you miss a dose, contact your doctor who will help establish a new dosing schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you take, especially of: blood thinners, aspirin, nitroglycerin, injectable antibiotics. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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