Uroken 500000IU Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Chandra Bhagat Pharma Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Urokinase (500000IU)
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	4.4
User Reviews	309

FAQ

What medicines should I avoid while taking Uroken 500000IU?

Uroken 500000IU can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.

Can the use of Uroken 500000IU increase the risk of bleeding?

Yes, Uroken 500000IU 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 if you forget to take Uroken Injection?

If you miss a dose of Uroken 500000IU, please consult your doctor.\n

Uroken 500000IU Injection Reviews

Uroken 500000IU 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.

Uroken 500000IU 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 nausea, vomiting, injection site bleeding, 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 Uroken 500000IU Injection Works

Uroken 500000IU 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 Uroken 500000IU Injection

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

Benefits of Uroken 500000IU Injection

In Pulmonary embolism: Pulmonary embolism refers to clotting of blood in your lungs. Uroken 500000IU 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: Uroken 500000IU 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 Uroken 500000IU Injection

Heart attack
Pulmonary embolism

Uroken 500000IU Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Uroken 500000IU. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Uroken 500000IU is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Uroken 500000IU may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Uroken 500000IU is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Uroken 500000IU is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Uroken 500000IU is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Driving ^{NOT RELEVANT}

Not relevant, as Uroken 500000IU is intended for use in hospitalised patients.

Liver ^CAUTION

Uroken 500000IU should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Uroken 500000IU may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1414-5.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).