Troyhep 5000IU Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Troikaa Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Heparin (5000IU) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Sulfur-Rich Glycosaminoglycan |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | BLOOD RELATED |
| Action Class | Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) |
| User Rating | 4.3 |
| User Reviews | 554 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Troyhep Injection?
If you miss a dose of Troyhep 5000IU, please consult your doctor.\n
Troyhep 5000IU Injection Reviews
Troyhep 5000IU is an anticoagulant which prevents abnormal clotting of blood. It not only prevents the formation of harmful blood clots in the legs, lungs, and heart but also stops them from growing bigger.
Troyhep 5000IU is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It is preventing future harm. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure this medicine is working well and monitor the levels of potassium and platelets.
Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. You should be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports.
Before you use this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking. In case of pregnancy, consult your doctor if it is safe to use this medicine.
Troyhep 5000IU is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide how often you should take this medicine. This may change from time to time depending on how well it is working. You should take this medicine regularly to get the most benefit, even if you feel fine. It is preventing future harm. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to make sure this medicine is working well and monitor the levels of potassium and platelets.
Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. You should be careful while shaving, cutting nails, using sharp objects, or engaging in contact sports.
Before you use this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking. In case of pregnancy, consult your doctor if it is safe to use this medicine.
How Troyhep 5000IU Injection Works
Troyhep 5000IU is an anticoagulant. It works by preventing the formation of harmful blood clots. Although it does not dissolve the existing blood clots, it prevents them from growing larger and causing blockages in the blood vessels.
How to Use Troyhep 5000IU Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Troyhep 5000IU Injection
- In Prevention of Blood clots: Formation of blood clots blocks one or more veins, usually in your legs. Troyhep 5000IU is used to prevent formation of blood clots near the surface of your skin. It dissolves the clots and also relieves pain and inflammation by increasing the blood flow. This improves the overall healing process.Troyhep 5000IU is given as an injection by the doctor and should not be self-administered. The condition usually improves on its own in some time. Additionally, the doctor might recommend applying heat to the painful area, elevating the affected leg, using an over-the-counter painkiller and possibly wearing compression stockings.
Uses of Troyhep 5000IU Injection
- Prevention of Blood clots
Troyhep 5000IU Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Troyhep 5000IU in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Troyhep 5000IU does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Troyhep 5000IU 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.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Troyhep 5000IU.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Troyhep 5000IU is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Troyhep 5000IU is recommended.However, inform your doctor if you have any underlying kidney disease.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Troyhep 5000IU is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.Troyhep 5000IU is released in small amounts in the breast milk and amounts reaching the baby are also small, which would not be expected to cause any harmful effects to the baby.
Quick Tips
- Notify your doctor if you see blood in your urine or stool or any unusual bleeding from your skin, gums or nose.
- Inform your doctor if you experience rash, itching, swelling of the face, tongue, and throat while you receive this medicine.
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