Tenecteplase Benefits & Uses

Tenecteplase is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Tenecteplase 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: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range 30 - 50 mg/total dose based on patient body weight
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: once only Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage range 30 - 50 mg/total dose based on patient body weight

Tenecteplase Side Effects

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

Moderate

Bleeding

Mild

Rash
Urticaria
Nosebleed (Read More - How to stop a nosebleed)

Unknown

Nausea or vomiting
Decreased blood pressure
Injection site pain
Liver toxicity
Arrhythimia
Allergic reaction
Back Pain

Tenecteplase Related Warnings

Is the use of Tenecteplase safe for pregnant women?

Tenecteplase can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Tenecteplase right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Tenecteplase safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Tenecteplase. Immediately discontinue Tenecteplase 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 Tenecteplase on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Tenecteplase. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Tenecteplase on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Tenecteplase on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Tenecteplase on the Heart?

You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Tenecteplase. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Tenecteplase with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Heparin

Warfarin

Moderate

Clopidogrel

Ticlopidine

Dipyridamole

Aspirin(ASA)

Tenecteplase Contraindications

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

Trauma
Bleeding
Endocarditis
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Tenecteplase

Is this Tenecteplase habit forming or addictive?

Tenecteplase does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Tenecteplase since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Tenecteplase only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Tenecteplase for mental disorders.

No

Tenecteplase Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Tenecteplase

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Tenecteplase with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Tenecteplase

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Tenecteplase and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown