Vascium Information

Vascium is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Heart Attack.

The right dosage of Vascium depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Vascium also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Decreased blood pressure, injection site bleeding. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Vascium as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Vascium are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Vascium is Moderate for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Vascium related warnings talks about Vascium's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Vascium are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Vascium with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Vascium, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Vascium Benefits & Uses
Vascium Dosage & How to Take
Vascium Side Effects
Vascium Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Vascium with Other Drugs
Vascium Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Vascium
Vascium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Vascium Benefits & Uses

Vascium is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Vascium Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Attack Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 10 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vascium Related Warnings

Is the use of Vascium safe for pregnant women?

Vascium may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Vascium, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Vascium safe during breastfeeding?

Vascium may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Vascium on the Kidneys?

Vascium does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Vascium on the Liver?

Vascium does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Vascium on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Vascium on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Vascium with Other Drugs

Vascium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Warfarin

Heparin

Moderate

Clopidogrel

Dipyridamole

Vascium Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vascium unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bleeding
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Vascium

Is this Vascium habit forming or addictive?

Vascium does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Vascium you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Vascium is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Vascium is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Vascium Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vascium

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Vascium together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Vascium

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vascium with alcohol will be.

Unknown