Drug Identity
Active Ingredient
Heparin And Heparin
Drug Class
Other Dermatological Preparations
Chemical Class
Mucopolysaccharides
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also cl...
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Uses
Heparin is an anticoagulant (blood thinner) that prevents the formation of blood clots. Heparin is used to treat and prevent blood clots ...
How It Works
Chemical Class
Mucopolysaccharides
Pharmacological Group
on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Anticoagulants and Anti Acne pharmacological group
Heparinoids, Heparinoids are the derivatives of Heparin (Na) and Heparin (Cl). It is of Natural origin and belongs to Mucopolysaccharides. It belongs to Blood Coagulation pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action and also classified in Anticoagulants and Anti Acne pharmacological group. The Molecular Weight of Heparin (Na) and Heparin (Cl) is 16500.00. Its pKa is low.
How to Take It
1
Adult · IV
5000 IU — As recommended.
For treatment of deep vein thrombosis.
2
Adult · IV-Inf
15 to 25 IU/kg/hr — As recommended.
followed after IV-inj.
3
Adult · SC
5000 IU — 8 hourly
For prophylaxis of deep vein thrombosis.
4
Adult · Topical
0.3 % — 6 hourly
5
Child · IV Infusion
25 IU/kg.hr — As recommended.
As Required
Safety Alerts
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to heparin or pork products, or if you have: a history of low platelets in your blood caused by using heparin or pentosan polysulfate
a severe lack of platelets in your blood
or uncontrolled bleeding
You may not be able to use heparin if you are unable to receive routine blood-clotting tests at the proper intervals during treatment
To make sure heparin is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had: an infection of the lining of your heart (also called bacterial endocarditis)
Important Warnings
Do not use heparin injection to flush (clean out) an intravenous (IV) catheter, or fatal bleeding could result
A separate product is available to use as catheter lock flush
You should not use heparin if you have uncontrolled bleeding or a severe lack of platelets in your blood
Do not use this medicine if you have ever been diagnosed with “heparin-induced thrombocytopenia,” or low platelets caused by heparin or pentosan polysulfate
Heparin increases your risk of bleeding, which can be severe or life-threatening
You will need frequent tests to measure your blood-clotting time
Call your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if you have unusual bleeding or bruising, severe stomach or back pain, unusual tiredness, a nosebleed, blood in your urine or stools, coughing up blood, or any bleeding that will not stop
Heparin can cause you to have bleeding episodes while you are using it and for several weeks after you stop
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to heparin: nauseavomitingsweatinghivesitchingtrouble breathingswelling of your facelipstongueor throator feeling like you might pass out. Heparin may cause you to bleed more easilywhich can be severe or life-threatening. You may also have bleeding on the inside of your body. Seek emergency medical attention if you have: skin warmth or discolorationchest painirregular heartbeatsshortness of breath
Drug Interactions
Ask your doctor before taking a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as aspirin
ibuprofen (Advil
Motrin)
naproxen (Aleve)
celecoxib
diclofenac
indomethacin
meloxicam
Storage
Inj Store at room temperature, Between 15°C-25°C. Do not Freeze. Protect from Sunlight.
Price Intelligence
Rs 921.5
DVAGO observed price · as of 30 July 2026
Rs 921.5 per unit
No approved ceiling matched to this exact pack and strength.
Prices across sources
DVAGORs 921.5
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