Description: 

Anticoagulant injection for prevention and treatment of thrombosis.

Prescription: 

• Prescription-only (Rx)

Dosage:

• Prophylaxis: 20-40mg (2000-4000iu) subcutaneously once or twice daily
• Treatment: 80-100mg (8000-10000iu) subcutaneously twice daily

Therapeutic Category:

•  Anticoagulant, Antithrombotic

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Enoxaparin sodium 40mg/0.4mL (4000iu)

Variant:

• Clexane 2000iu (20mg)/0.2mL
• Clexane 6000iu (60mg)/0.6mL
• Clexane 10000iu (100mg)/1mL

Consume Type:

•  Subcutaneous injection

Directions/Usage:

• Reconstitute solution with provided diluent.
• Administer subcutaneously.
• Follow healthcare professional’s instructions.

Common Side Effects:

•   Hemorrhage
•    Bruising
• Thrombocytopenia
•  Allergic reactions
•  Injection site pain

Package Type:

•  Single-dose vials (10 or 20 per pack)

Storage Advice:

• Store at room temperature (15-30°C/59-86°F)
• Protect from light
• Use within 24 hours of reconstitution

Safety Advice:

•  Monitor for bleeding and thrombocytopenia
•  Use with caution in renal impairment
•  Avoid concurrent use with other anticoagulants

Product Substitutes:

• Lovenox Injection
•  Fragmin Injection
•  Innohep Injection

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Name: Sanofi-Aventis
•  Reputation: Reputable pharmaceutical company

Country of Origin:

• France