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Pre-filled Enoxaparin injection: What is Enoxaparin and what are its uses: Enoxaparin sodium is low molecular weight heparin (LMWH). Enoxaparin works in two ways: • Stop the increase in the size of existing blood clots. This helps your body break them down and prevents them from causing harm to you • Stop the formation of blood clots in the blood. Enoxaparin can be used for: • Treatment of existing blood clots in the blood. • To stop the formation of blood clots in the blood in the following cases: • Before and after surgery • When you have an acute illness and face limited movement period • When you have unstable angina (a condition where not enough blood reaches your heart) • After a heart attack • To stop the formation of blood clots in the tubes of the dialysis machine (used for people with severe kidney problems). What you need to know before using Enoxaparin: Do not use Enoxaparin: • If you are allergic to Enoxaparin sodium or any other ingredients of this medicine • If you are allergic to heparin or other low molecular weight heparins like Nadroparin or Tinzaparin or Dalteparin. • If you have had a reaction to heparin causing a severe decrease in blood platelets — this reaction is called heparin-induced thrombocytopenia — within the last 100 days or • If you have antibodies against Enoxaparin in your blood. • If you have severe bleeding or are in a condition involving high bleeding risk (such as stomach ulcer, recent brain or eye surgery), including recent bleeding stroke. • If you are using Enoxaparin for treating blood clots in your body and will receive spinal or epidural anesthesia or lumbar puncture within 24 hours. Precautions and warnings: Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Enoxaparin if: • You have previously had a reaction to heparin causing a severe decrease in platelets • You will receive spinal or epidural anesthesia or lumbar puncture • You have a heart valve implant • You have endocarditis (infection of the inner lining of the heart) • You have a history of stomach ulcer • You recently had a stroke • You have high blood pressure • You have diabetes or problems with blood vessels in the eye due to diabetes (called diabetic retinopathy) • You recently had eye or brain surgery • You are elderly (over 65 years old) especially if your age exceeds 75 years • You have kidney problems • You have liver problems • You are underweight or overweight • You have high potassium levels in your blood (this can be checked through a blood test) • You are currently taking medications that affect bleeding. Other medications and Enoxaparin: It is particularly important to tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: • Warfarin — used to thin the blood • Aspirin (also known as acetylsalicylic acid or ASA) or Clopidogrel or other medications used to prevent blood clots • Dextrose injections — used as a blood substitute • Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, Ketorolac, or other known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs used for pain and swelling in arthritis and other conditions • Prednisolone, Dexamethasone, or other medications used to treat asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, and other conditions • Medications that increase potassium levels in the blood such as potassium salts, water pills, some heart medications. How to use Enoxaparin: Always take your medication exactly as your doctor has told you. If you are unsure how to take the tablets, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Take this medicine: • Usually, your doctor or nurse will give you Enoxaparin. Because it requires an injection. • When you return home, you may need to continue using Enoxaparin and give it yourself • Enoxaparin is administered by subcutaneous injection (under the skin). • It can be given by intravenous injection (into the vein) after certain types of heart attacks or surgeries. • Enoxaparin can be added to the tube outside the body (arterial line) at the start of dialysis sessions. Do not inject Enoxaparin into muscles. How much will be given to you: • Your doctor will decide how much Enoxaparin to give you. The amount depends on the reason for use. • If you have kidney problems, you may be given a lower dose of Enoxaparin. Instructions for using the syringe: How to give yourself an Enoxaparin injection • If you can give yourself Enoxaparin, your doctor or nurse will show you how to do it. Do not try to inject yourself if you have not been trained on how to do it. • If you are unsure what to do, speak to your doctor or nurse immediately. Proper injection under the skin (called "subcutaneous injection") helps reduce pain and bruising at the injection site. Use in children and adolescents: • The safety and effectiveness of Enoxaparin have not been evaluated in children or adolescents. Possible side effects: • Like other similar drugs (blood thinners), Enoxaparin may cause bleeding that could be life-threatening. In some cases, bleeding may not be obvious. • If you experience any bleeding that does not stop on its own or signs of excessive bleeding (unusual weakness, fatigue, pallor, dizziness, headache, or unexplained swelling), consult your doctor immediately. • Your doctor may decide to keep you under close monitoring or change your medication. Stop using Enoxaparin and contact your doctor or nurse immediately if you show any signs of severe allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, mouth, throat, or eyes). You should inform your doctor immediately • If you have any signs of blood vessel blockage due to a blood clot such as: • Spasm, redness, warmth, or swelling in one leg — these are symptoms of deep vein thrombosis • Shortness of breath, chest pain, fainting, or coughing up blood — these are symptoms of pulmonary embolism • If you have painful skin rash with dark red spots under the skin that do not go away when pressed. • Your doctor may request a blood test to check your platelet count. How to store Enoxaparin: • Store at a temperature below 25°C. Do not freeze. • Pre-filled Enoxaparin syringes are single-dose containers — discard any unused product. • Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. • Do not use this medicine after the expiration date printed on the label. The expiration date refers to the last day of that month. • Do not use this medicine if you notice the syringe is damaged or the product is unclear. • Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer needed. These procedures help protect the environment.