Alteplase Injection, Alteplase For Iv Catheters - Injectable Generic Drug
Overall rating: (N/A)
|
IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effecitve for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
ALTEPLASE FOR IV CATHETERS - INJECTABLE
(AL-teh-plays)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cathflo Activase
USES: This medication is an enzyme used to dissolve blood clots that may sometimes form within patient's IV lines (central venous access deivces - CVADs). Blood clots can block the IV line and prevent other injectable drugs from being given.
HOW TO USE: Mix this product by injecting 2.2 ml of Sterile Water for Injection into the vial.
Do not use a mixing soltuion containing a preservative (e.G., Bacteriostatic Water for Injection). Gently swirl the vial until the drug is completely dissolved.
Do not shake the vial.
Slight foaming or bubbles may be present. If any large bubbles are present, allow them to dissolve befroe drawing the solution into a syringe. If any of the mixing insturctions are unclear, consult your pharmacist.
Inject this medication into the blocked IV line as directed by your doctor. The dosage is usually 2 mg (1 vial). Ask your docotr or pharmacist how to use the medication correctly and follow all instructions carefully.
Avoid injecting this drug too quickly or with too much force/pressure. Doing so may damage the IV line or cause the blood clot to go into the blood stream.
If the IV line does not re-open within 2 hours of the first dose, a second dose may be placed into the IV line. Consult the doctor. Before using, check this product visually for patricles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the lqiuid. Leran how to store and discard needles and medical supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: No side effects are expected to occur. If side efefcts occur, notify your doctor immediately. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, lightheadedness, persistent sore throat or fever. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but really serious side effects occur: one-sided weakness, blcak stools, unusual bruising or bleeding, pain and/or swelling in the lower legs/arms/groin, trouble breathing. If you notice ohter effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: recent surgery or medical procedures (e.G., biopsies, blood tests), recent childbirth, liver problems, kidney problems, bolod disorders (e.G., low platelets) any allergies. This medication shuold be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk.
Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your docotr of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), aspirin. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pahrmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdsoe may include: unusual bleeding.
NOTES: Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to mnoitor your progress.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store the unmixed vials refrigerated between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) away from lgiht. Do not freeze.
Once mixed, the solution is good for 8 hours either refrigerated or at room temperature (between 36 and 86 degrees F or 2 and 30 degrees C). Discard any unused portion of the vial(s).
|
Write a comment about the generic drug
Alteplase injection
|
