Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe Benefits & Uses

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.75 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: Given with Aspirin
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 8 days Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Given till symptoms persist

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe Related Warnings

Is the use of Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe safe for pregnant women?

Lupenox may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Lupenox, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Lupenox on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Mild
What is the effect of Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Lupenox. 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 Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe on the Liver?

Lupenox can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe on the Heart?

Lupenox can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe with Other Drugs

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe

Is this Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe habit forming or addictive?

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe for mental disorders.

No

Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Lupenox 40 Prefilled Syringe with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 638-640

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

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