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

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Information about Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution

Generic Name : Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Preservative-Free Heparin Lock Flush Solution are provided here.

Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.
You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.


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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