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Eptibind is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Infusion. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack. Secondary and off-label uses of Eptibind have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Eptibind depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Eptibind also has some side effects, the most common being Confusion, Blurred vision, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Eptibind side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Eptibind normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Eptibind is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Eptibind has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Eptibind related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bleeding, Stroke, Trauma must refrain from the use of Eptibind since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Eptibind contraindications section.
Additionally, Eptibind may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Eptibind is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Eptibind is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Eptibind safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Eptibind will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Eptibind safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Eptibind for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Eptibind on the Kidneys?
Eptibind rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Eptibind on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Eptibind. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Eptibind on the Heart?
Eptibind has very mild side effects on the heart.
Eptibind should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eptibind unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Eptibind habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Eptibind is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Eptibind will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Eptibind only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Eptibind is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Eptibind
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Eptibind with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Eptibind
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Eptibind with alcohol will be.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Integrilin® (eptifibatide)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 631
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 512-514
