Lepirudin



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Lepirudin Information



Lepirudin Benefits & Uses

Lepirudin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Lepirudin 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: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: used in heparin induced thrombocytopenia, maintenance dose 0.15 mg/kg/hour IV infusion for 2 - 10 days
Geriatric
  • Disease: Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.4 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: 10 days
  • Special Instructions: used in heparin induced thrombocytopenia, maintenance dose 0.15 mg/kg/hour IV infusion for 2 - 10 days


Lepirudin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lepirudin is used -

Unknown

Lepirudin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lepirudin safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Lepirudin.

    Mild
  • Is the use of Lepirudin safe during breastfeeding?


    Lepirudin may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lepirudin, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lepirudin.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Lepirudin on the Kidneys?


    Lepirudin rarely affects the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lepirudin on the Liver?


    Lepirudin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lepirudin on the Heart?


    Using Lepirudin does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Lepirudin with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Lepirudin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Lepirudin

  • Is this Lepirudin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Lepirudin.

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


    Lepirudin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Lepirudin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    No, Lepirudin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Lepirudin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lepirudin


    Taking Lepirudin with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lepirudin


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lepirudin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience



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