Heparin is an anticoagulant primarily used for the prevention and treatment of thrombotic diseases. This medication inhibits the blood coagulation process, preventing the expansion of existing clots or the formation of new ones. It is commonly used in emergency and hospitalized patients.
Heparin is usually administered via injection, including subcutaneous injection or intravenous infusion, suitable for acute thrombus management. Its effects are rapid but short-lived, requiring combination with other anticoagulants for long-term therapy.
Brand names include Hepflush®, Hirudin®, among others. The generic name is Heparin Sodium. Different formulations may have different commercial names; verify the drug components and indications before use.
Heparin is classified as an Heparin Class Anticoagulant, belonging to anticoagulants that are not direct thrombin inhibitors. This class primarily acts on Factor Xa and Factor IIa, blocking the coagulation cascade.
1. Acute treatment of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism
2. Prevention of thrombosis in myocardial infarction patients
3. Anticoagulation during extracorporeal circulation in dialysis
4. Prevention of thrombosis in long-term bedridden patients
Special uses include postoperative thromboprophylaxis and coagulation abnormalities caused by certain hematologic disorders. Physicians will adjust the dosage based on patient weight and coagulation parameters.
Mild side effects:
Pregnancy category C; use only when necessary. Long-term use may lead to decreased bone density; regular monitoring of platelet count and coagulation time is required. During treatment, invasive procedures should be avoided.
Concurrent use with oral anticoagulants such as warfarin increases bleeding risk; INR levels should be closely monitored. Use with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may cause gastrointestinal bleeding.
When combined with platelet inhibitors (such as aspirin) or local anesthetics, dosage adjustments are necessary. Injectable heparin should not be mixed with certain antibiotics like aminoglycosides.
Dosage is adjusted based on body weight and treatment goals, typically subcutaneous injection every 8-12 hours. Severe cases may require continuous intravenous infusion, administered by healthcare professionals.
During therapy, regular measurement of activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT) and anti-Xa activity is essential to ensure efficacy and safety. Self-adjustment of dosage may lead to bleeding or inadequate anticoagulation.
If a subcutaneous injection is missed, it should be administered immediately, maintaining at least a 4-hour interval from the next dose. If more than 3 hours have passed since the scheduled time, contact healthcare personnel for re-evaluation of the treatment plan.
Overdose may cause internal bleeding; immediate discontinuation of medication and administration of prothrombin complex concentrate or protamine sulfate as an antidote are recommended.
In cases of severe bleeding, hospitalization for observation, blood transfusion, or surgical hemostasis may be necessary. Patients should carry a medical alert bracelet indicating anticoagulant use.
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