Argatroban Benefits & Uses

Argatroban is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Argatroban Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 mcg/kg/min Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Argatroban Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Argatroban is used -

Severe

Bleeding
Bradycardia

Moderate

Chest Pain

Mild

Back Pain
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
पेट दर्द
Infection
Rash
Diarrhoea

Argatroban Related Warnings

Is the use of Argatroban safe for pregnant women?

Argatroban is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Argatroban safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Argatroban. Immediately discontinue Argatroban if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Argatroban on the Kidneys?

Argatroban does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Argatroban on the Liver?

Argatroban is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Argatroban on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Argatroban for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Argatroban with Other Drugs

Argatroban should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Bivalirudin

Moderate

Aspirin

Arsenic Trioxide

Pravastatin

Betamethasone

Argatroban Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Argatroban unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease
Endocarditis
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Argatroban

Is this Argatroban habit forming or addictive?

Argatroban is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Argatroban since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Argatroban is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Argatroban cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Argatroban Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Argatroban

Taking Argatroban with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Argatroban

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Argatroban.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Argatroban

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 620

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 182-184

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