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Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution Medication Information

Get detailed information on Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution
ICD Code : Y44.2 Therapeutic Classification : Anticoagulants / Antithrombotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution

International :


Hep Lock

Why is Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an anionic mucopolysaccharide, prescribed for keeping IV catheters open and flowing freely in blood sampling.

When should Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe thrombocytopenia; an uncontrollable active bleeding state.

What is the dosage of Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution?

Dose is based on patient’s condition.

How should Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection, to be administered by a healthcare provider into the IV catheter.

What are the warnings and precautions for Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution?

• It should not be used to treat or prevent blood clots in the body.

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe high blood pressure, infection of the heart, recent surgery, bleeding disorders, stomach or intestinal ulcers, liver or kidney disease, bleeding from wounds, menstrual period, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution?

Most Common - Bleeding episodes.
Hypersensitivity - Chills, fever, hives, asthma, runny nose, increased tears, headache, nausea and vomiting.
Local - Itching, irritating and burning.
Skin - Skin death.

What are the other precautions for Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution?

Store it at controlled room temperature (20°-25°C).

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