Fonaxel Injection
 
MANUFACTURER/ MARKETER
Celon Laboratories Ltd
 
SALT COMPOSITION
Fondaparinux sodium (2.5mg/0.5ml)
 
Storage
Store below 30°C
 

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Fonaxel Injection is an anticoagulant medicine used in the treatment of deep vein thrombosis (clot in veins of leg) and pulmonary embolism (clot in artery of lungs). It helps to prevent formation of harmful blood clots in blood vessels.

Fonaxel Injection also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries, or who have been bedridden for long. It is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.

Use of this medicine may increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. Before taking it, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any bleeding disorder, kidney or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.

USES OF FONAXEL INJECTION

Deep vein thrombosis

Pulmonary embolism

BENEFITS OF FONAXEL INJECTION

In Deep vein thrombosis

Deep vein thrombosis refers to the formation of a clot in a vein that is deeply located in the body. Fonaxel Injection prevents blood from clotting inside the veins and arteries. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke (or deep vein thrombosis. It helps prevent the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine.

In Pulmonary embolism

Pulmonary embolism refers to clotting of blood in your lungs. Fonaxel Injection prevents this clot formation in your lungs. This helps the blood flow freely around your body thereby preventing a heart attack or stroke. It prevents the formation of blood clots and also prevents the existing ones from growing bigger in size. Make appropriate lifestyle changes (such as eating healthy and staying active) to maximize the effectiveness of this medicine. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FONAXEL INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fonaxel

·         Bleeding

·         Anemia (low number of red blood cells)

HOW TO USE FONAXEL INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW FONAXEL INJECTION WORKS

Fonaxel Injection is an anticoagulant. It stops the action of a substance (clotting factor Xa) from working in the blood. This prevents the formation of unwanted blood clots (thrombosis) in the blood vessels.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Fonaxel Injection.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fonaxel Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fonaxel Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Fonaxel Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Fonaxel Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Fonaxel Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Fonaxel Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Fonaxel Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fonaxel Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE FONAXEL INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Fonaxel Injection, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.