Nadroparin (Systemic)
Brand Names : Fraxiparine, Fraxiparine Forte
Category- Anticoagulant
- antithrombotic
DescriptionNadroparin ( na-dro-PA-rin)is used to prevent and treat deep vein thrombosis, a condition
in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These
blood clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels
of the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. Nadroparin is
used for several days after surgery, while you are unable to walk. Nadroparin
also is used to prevent blood clots from forming during hemodialysis.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the
following dosage form:
Parenteral
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Injection (Canada)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
In Canada -
- Fraxiparine
- Fraxiparine Forte
* Not commercially available in the U.S.
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