Alteplase Benefits & Uses

Alteplase is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heart Attack

Other Benefits

Pulmonary Embolism

Alteplase 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: 100 mg 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: 100 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alteplase Related Warnings

Is the use of Alteplase safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Alteplase on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Alteplase safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Alteplase in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Alteplase is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alteplase on the Kidneys?

Alteplase can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alteplase on the Liver?

Alteplase has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Alteplase on the Heart?

Side effects of Alteplase rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alteplase with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Aspirin

Alteplase Contraindications

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

Bleeding
Trauma
Arteriovenous Malformation
Hemophilia

Frequently asked Questions about Alteplase

Is this Alteplase habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Alteplase is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alteplase since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Alteplase 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?

No, Alteplase cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Alteplase Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alteplase

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Alteplase, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alteplase

Information about the interaction of Alteplase and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown