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Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin which plays an important role in blood clotting. Phytonadione is used to prevent and treat hypoprothrombinemia (low blood clot factor levels) caused by vitamin K deficiency.
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How To Use |
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phytonadione
Uses
Vitamin K is a fat soluble vitamin which plays an important role in blood clotting. Phytonadione is used to prevent and treat hypoprothrombinemia (low blood clot factor levels) caused by vitamin K deficiency.
Storage
- Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
- Do not store in the bathroom.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
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Phytonadione, Vitamin K1 |
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Phytonadione Vitamin K1 |
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How To Use
- Phytonadione is given by injection by a health care professional under the skin (SC, SQ), or if no alternative, into a large muscle (IM) or intravenously (IV), though very serious side effects may occur with the IV or IM route.
- Follow dosing instructions.
- Do not increase your dose, take this more often or stop taking this without first consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
- Phytonadione is generally well tolerated.
- You may notice pain, swelling and tenderness at the injection site for a few days.
- Notify your doctor if you experience any of the following while taking Phytonadione: chest pain, flushing, strange movements, rapid pulse, tightness of the chest, cramps.
- In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Phytonadione, seek medical attention immediately.
- Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have: blood disorders, 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.
- Phytonadione should be used as directed during pregnancy or while breast-feeding.
- Consult your doctor about the risks and benefits.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as remembered; do not use it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual 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 may take, especially of: blood thinners (e.g., heparin, warfarin), aspirin.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
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CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
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