Stroke can sometimes result in the patient becoming bedridden. Lack of mobility can lead to development of clots in the blood vessels. These clots if not broken down, can result in serious complications, for example a heart attack, or the incidence of another stroke. To avoid these complications, you need regular and monitored doses of enoxaparine.
enoxaparin
This medication is used in patients for venous thromboembolic (blot clot in the vein) presenting with deep vein thrombosis (blood clot forms in a vein located deep), pulmonary embolism (blockage in the pulmonary artery), blood clots, treatment of unstable angina (chest pain), non-Q wave MI (refers to a myocardial infarction that does not result in a Q wave on the 12-lead ECG once the infarction is completed), COVID-19, prevention of thrombus (a blood clot that forms in a vessel and remains there) formation in the extracorporeal circulation (a procedure in which blood is taken from a patient's circulation to have a process applied to it before it is returned to the circulation) during hemodialysis (kidney dialysis), and the risk of heart attacks and before surgery as a preventive treatment for venous thromboembolism (blot clot in the vein).
Contradications
This medication is contraindicated in patients with major bleeding disorders, thrombocytopenia (low platelet levels), peptic ulcer (open wound in the stomach), acute bacterial endocarditis (inflammation in heart lining), kidney impairment, and increased risk of hemorrhage (abnormal flow of blood).
Side effects
The side effects of this medication include headache, thrombocytosis (raised platelets level), thrombocytopenia (low platelets level), hemorrhage (abnormal flow of blood), and skin reaction on the injection site.
Expert Advice
- Do not rub the site of injection after.
- Use a soft toothbrush and electric razor
- Avoid sharp edge things.
FAQs
Why is it necessary to have regular doses of enoxaparin after stroke?
Can I inject enoxaparin on my own?
You must not try to administer the drug on your own if you are not in practice. Your doctor or nurse can advise you on correct administration of the drug if you want to do it on your own. Make sure you follow the directions carefully as advised. Do not rub the site of injection, and in case of bruising or redness, consult the physician immediately.
Is enoxaparin safe to use in children?
Yes it is, however only when the dosage and administration is carefully adjusted and monitored by the doctor. Dosage itself is carefully designed according to the particular condition. Consult your physician.
After taking enoxaparin, I feel that I usually feel heartburn. What should I do?
Frequent sensation of heartburn can be a result of gastric ulceration, in which case you must discontinue the drug immediately. However, you must consult your physician before you discontinue.
I recently met an accident after which my leg is plastered. The doctor advised me a few exercises which I regularly do. Do I still need enoxaparine therapy?
Moderate exercises advised by the doctor are good, but are not good enough. Other than the regular physiotherapy sessions, you must continue enoxaparine therapy as well if your doctor has advised so. This is to decrease the chances of developing clots in the vessels.
While undergoing enoxaparine therapy, what are the things that I should monitor?
Keep a track of your bleeding profile. Avoid potentially risky situations that involve sharp objects. Use a soft toothbrush and waxed floss. Have your bleeding time and clotting time regularly checked, along with low molecular weight heparin assay.
Are there any side effects of enoxaparine?
Immediate side effects can include pain, swelling, redness, and bruising at the site of injection. Allergic response can also present as shortness of breath, persistent bleeding, joint pain, and stomach upset.
