Beparine Cream

Side Effects of Beparine Cream

Slight fever, headache, chills, nausea, vomiting, constipation, epistaxis, bruising, slight haematuria, skin necrosis (SC inj), osteoporosis, alopecia. Hypersensitivity reactions include urticaria, conjunctivitis, rhinitis, asthma, angioedema and anaphylactic shock. Priapism. Potentially Fatal: Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with or without thrombosis; bleeding.

Drug Interactions

Inhibited by zinc. Antiplatelet drugs e.g. aspirin and dipyridamole may precipitate bleeding. Potentially Fatal: NSAIDs may increase risk of haemorrhage. Effect increased by dextrans, high doses of penicillin and cephalosporins, phenylbutazone, asparaginase. streptokinase and some contrast media.

Contraindications

Patients predisposed to active bleeding including thrombocytopenia, peptic ulcer disease, cerebrovascular disorders, haemorrhagic blood disorders, bacterial endocarditis, severe hypertension, oesophageal varices. Recent surgery at sites where haemorrhage would be an especial risk. Severe renal and hepatic impairment. Cerebral or subarachnoid haemorrhage, abdominal or thoracic bleeding into closed space, severe traumatic bleed, hepatic, renal, splenic or arterial injury, severe haemostatic defect, arterial thrombosis with heparin-associated thrombocytopenia. IM admin.

Mechanism of Action

Heparin increases the inhibitory action of antithrombin III (AT III) on clotting factors XIIa, XIa, IXa, Xa and thrombin. This inhibits the conversion of prothrombin to thrombin and fibrinogen to fibrin. It also inhibits platelet function. It may reduce the activity of ATIII at very high doses. Absorption: Absorbed from systemic circulation (IV, SC). Distribution: Reticuloendothelial system. Protein-binding: Extensive. Excretion: Via urine (as metabolites, or up to 50% as unchanged after admin of large doses); 1-6 hr (elimination half-life), prolonged in renal impairment, decreased in pulmonary embolism, increased or decreased in hepatic impairment.

Special Precautions

Monitor platelet counts. Discontinue treatment if thrombocytopenia occurs. Hypersensitivity, elderly, pregnancy.

How to Use

Take orally with food and water, as directed by your physician.

How to Store

Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.

Safety Concerns

• Alcohol: Avoid during treatment.
• Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
• Pregnancy: Contraindicated.
• Liver/Kidney: Use with caution.

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