Niskinase 7.5IU Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Neiss Labs Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Streptokinase (7.5IU/ml)
Storage	Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
Chemical Class	Amino acids, Peptides analogues
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	CARDIAC
Action Class	First Generation Thrombolytics
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	366

FAQ

Can the use of Niskinase 7.5IU increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Niskinase 7.5IU increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.

What medicines should I avoid while taking Niskinase 7.5IU?

Niskinase 7.5IU can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

What if you forget to take Niskinase Powder for Injection?

If you miss a dose of Niskinase 7.5IU, please consult your doctor.\n

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection Reviews

Niskinase 7.5IU is a medicine used to break down harmful blood clots that have formed in the blood vessels. It is used to treat patients who have suffered a recent heart attack. It is also used in treating conditions such as pulmonary embolism and stroke.

Niskinase 7.5IU is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. The doctor may closely monitor your condition until you become stable.

Use of this medicine may cause injection site bleeding, nausea, allergic reaction, and a decrease in blood pressure. It may increase your risk of bleeding also. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.

This medicine is used with caution for some people. Thus, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any bleeding disorder, kidney, or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

How Niskinase 7.5IU Injection Works

Niskinase 7.5IU works by dissolving the harmful blood clots in the blood vessels. This restores the blood flow to the affected tissue, thereby preventing tissue death and improving outcomes.

How to Use Niskinase 7.5IU Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection

In Pulmonary embolism: Pulmonary embolism refers to clotting of blood in your lungs. Niskinase 7.5IU prevents this clot formation in your lungs. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke. It prevents the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
In Heart attack: Niskinase 7.5IU helps lower your blood pressure and make it easier for your heart to pump blood around your body. This reduces the chances of you having a heart attack. It can also reduce the risk of dying if it is given immediately after a heart attack. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Uses of Niskinase 7.5IU Injection

Pulmonary embolism
Heart attack

Niskinase 7.5IU Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Niskinase 7.5IU should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Niskinase 7.5IU may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Niskinase 7.5IU may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Niskinase 7.5IU during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Niskinase 7.5IU. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^{NOT RELEVANT}

Not relevant, as Niskinase 7.5IU is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Niskinase 7.5IU is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Niskinase 7.5IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Niskinase 7.5IU is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Quick Tips

It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, using sharp objects or engaging in contact sports (e.g. football, wrestling).
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor as this may increase your chances of having another heart attack or stroke.

References

Weitz JI. Blood Coagulation and Anticoagulant, Fibrinolytic, and Antiplatelet Drugs. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 866.
Fox KA, White HD, Gersh BJ, et al. Antithrombotic Agents: Platelete Inhibitors, Acute Anticoagulants, Fibrinolytics, and Chronic Anticoagulants. In: Opie LH, Gersh BJ, editors. Drugs for the Heart. 8th ed. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Elsevier Saunders; 2013. pp. 384-85.
Drugs.com. Streptokinase Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.