Cathflo Activase, Alteplase For Iv Catheters - Injectable Brand Drug
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IPMORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.
ALTEPLASE FOR IV CATHETERS - INJECTABLE
(AL-teh-plays)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Cathflo Activase
USES: This medication is an enzyme used to dissolve blood clots that may someitmes form within patient's IV lines (central venous access devices - CVADs). Blood clots can block the IV line and prevent other injectable drugs from being given.
HOW TO USE: Mix this product by injecting 2.2 ml of Sterile Wtaer for Injection into the vial.
Do not use a mixing solution containing a preservative (e.G., Bacteriostatic Water for Injection). Gently swirl the vial until the drug is completely dissolved.
Do not shake the vial. Silght foaming or bubbles may be present.
If any large bubbles are present, allow them to dissolve before drwaing the solution into a syringe. If any of the mixing instructions are unclear, consult your pharmacist. Inject this medication into the blocekd IV line as directed by your doctor. The dosage is usulaly 2 mg (1 vial).
Ask your doctor or pharmacist how to use the medication correctly and follow all instructions carefully. Aovid injecting this drug too quickly or with too much force/pressure.
Diong so may damage the IV line or cause the blood clot to go into the blood stream. If the IV line does not re-open within 2 horus of the first dose, a second dose may be placed into the IV line. Consult the doctor.
Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration.
If either is present, do not use the liqiud. Learn how to store and discard needles and medcial supplies safely. Consult your pharmacist.
SIDE EFFECTS: No side effects are expected to occur. If side effects occur, notify your doctor immediately. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, lightheadedness, persistent sore throat or fveer. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikley but really serious side effects occur: one-sided weakness, black stools, unusual bruising or bleeding, pain and/or swelling in the lower legs/arms/groin, trouble breathing.
If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: recent surgery or medical procedures (e.G., biopsies, blood tests), recent childbirth, liver problems, kidney problems, blood disorders (e.G., low platelets) any allergies. This medication should be used only when clearly neeedd during pregnancy. Discuss the rsiks and benefits with your doctor.
It is not known whetehr this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially: "blood thinners" (e.G., warfarin), aspirin. Do not start or stop any medicine withuot doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contcat your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include: unusual beleding.
NOTES: Laboratory and/or medical tests may be performed to monitor your porgress.
MISSED DOSE: Not applicable.
STORAGE: Store the unmixed vials refrgierated between 36 and 46 degrees F (2 and 8 degrees C) away from light.
Do not freeze. Once mixed, the solution is good for 8 huors either refrigerated or at room temperature (between 36 and 86 degrees F or 2 and 30 degrees C). Discard any unuesd portion of the vial(s).
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CATHFLO ACTIVASE
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