Angionox 60mg Injection (0.6ml)

Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila

Salt Composition : Enoxaparin(60mg)


Angionox 60mg Injection is injected under the skin by a doctor or nurse. It should not be injected into a muscle. The dose and length of treatment are based on your medical condition, your response to the medicine, and what you are being treated for. It may also be based on your age and weight. It is important to keep using this medicine even if you do not notice any symptoms because it is preventing future harm. If you stop taking it, you could get a blood clot. While taking this medicine you should avoid doing things that increase your risk of bleeding or injury.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Angionox 60mg Injection is an anticoagulant. It works by inactivating certain blood-clotting proteins. This prevents the formation of blood clots and prevents blockages in the blood vessels of the body.

Pharmacokinets

Pharmacokinetics. Metabolism: Enoxaparin is metabolized in the liver into low molecular weight species by either or both desulfation and depolymerization. Elimination: A single dose of a subcutaneous injection of enoxaparin has an elimination half-life of 4.5 hours.

Side Effects

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Angionox

Bleeding

Headache

Low blood platelets

Increased liver enzymes

Contra Indications

Angionox 60 MG Injection may not be suitable for all people. It should be used with caution if you have liver problems, high blood pressure, diabetes, or have had a recent stroke as it may worsen your condition. Let your doctor know if you have any problems related to your kidney as it may cause serious complications.

Pregnancy Related Information

Angionox 60mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.

Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Angionox 60mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Angionox 60mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Angionox 60mg Injection is released in small amounts in the breast milk and amounts reaching the baby are also small, which would not be expected to cause any harmful effects to the baby.

Indications

Enoxaparin is used to prevent and treat harmful blood clots. This helps to reduce the risk of a stroke or heart attack. This medication helps keep your blood flowing smoothly by lowering the activity of clotting proteins in the blood.

Interactions

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen. ...

Platelet inhibitors, such as clopidogrel, prasugrel, ticagrelor, or dipyridamole. ...

Herbal supplements, such as ginkgo biloba, fish oil, garlic, ginseng, and ginger.


Typical Dosage

Kindly do not self administer.

Storage Requirements

Store below 25°C

Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Angionox 60mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

You have been prescribed Angionox 60mg Injection for the treatment and prevention of blood clots.

Angionox 60mg Injection increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, using sharp objects or cutting fingernails or toenails. 

Inform your doctor if you are also taking other medicines that increase the bleeding risk like aspirin and NSAIDs.

Inform your doctor if there is bleeding from gums, nose or wounds that lasts more than 15 minutes or if blood appears in your urine, stool or vomit.

Do not stop taking the medication suddenly without talking to your doctor.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

FAQs

Q. How do you administer Angionox 60mg Injection?

Angionox 60mg Injection is a medicine which is injected beneath the skin. Fix the dose of the medicine and pinch the skin of your stomach between your finger and thumb to make a fold. After having cleaned the area, hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the full length of the needle into the skin fold. Inject the medicine and discard the syringe as instructed by your prescribing physician. Follow the instructions given by the healthcare provider strictly. Contact your doctor in case of any doubt or any reactions associated with the medicine.

Q. What are the conditions where I should be cautious before taking Angionox 60mg Injection?

You must give a proper history to your doctor before you start taking Angionox 60mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you have a heart valve fitted or have gastric ulcer, high blood pressure, diabetes, or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know if you ever had a reaction to heparin or had a recent stroke, brain or spinal surgery. The chances of side effects and complications increase in presence of these conditions. Consult with your doctor and follow the instructions strictly.

Q. How to store Angionox 60mg Injection injections?

Store Angionox 60mg Injection injections at 25°C and do not freeze them. The multiple-dose vials should not be stored for more than 28 days after the first use. Discard the injection if you notice any particulate matter or abnormal color in the solution or any damage in the syringe. Read the medicine package leaflet before using this medication and ask the pharmacist in case of any doubt.

Q. Can Angionox 60mg Injection be used in heart attack?

Yes, Angionox 60mg Injection is used in the treatment of chest pain and heart attack once the standard treatment has been provided to the patient. It is given along with another blood thinner like aspirin. Being a blood-thinning agent, it prevents the blood from clotting and prevents any further episodes and complications.

Q. Is it ok to inject the air bubble in Angionox 60mg Injection?

Yes, you should push the air bubbles into the site of injection. Removing the air bubbles leads to loss of the medicine thereby altering the prescribed dose.

Q. How do you administer Angionox 60mg Injection?

Angionox 60mg Injection is a medicine which is injected beneath the skin. Fix the dose of the medicine and pinch the skin of your stomach between your finger and thumb to make a fold. After having cleaned the area, hold the syringe like a pencil and insert the full length of the needle into the skin fold. Inject the medicine and discard the syringe as instructed by your prescribing physician. Follow the instructions given by the healthcare provider strictly. Contact your doctor in case of any doubt or any reactions associated with the medicine.

Q. What are the conditions where I should be cautious before taking Angionox 60mg Injection?

You must inform the doctor all about your previous or present medical history before you start taking Angionox 60mg Injection. Inform your doctor if you have a heart valve fitted or have gastric ulcer, high blood pressure, diabetes or kidney problems. You should also let your doctor know if you ever had a reaction to heparin or had a recent stroke, brain or spinal surgery. The chances of side effects and complications increase in the presence of these conditions. Consult with your doctor and follow the instructions strictly.

Q. How to store Angionox 60mg Injection injections?

Store Angionox 60mg Injection injections at 25°C and do not freeze them. The multiple-dose vials should not be stored for more than 28 days after the first use. Discard the injection if you notice any particulate matter or abnormal color in the solution or any damage in the syringe. Read the medicine package leaflet before using this medication and ask the pharmacist in case of any doubt.

Q. Can Angionox 60mg Injection be used in heart attack?

Yes, Angionox 60mg Injection is used in the treatment of chest pain and heart attack once the standard treatment has been provided to the patient. It is given along with another blood thinner like aspirin. Being a blood-thinning agent, it prevents the blood from clotting and prevents any further episodes and complications.

Q. Is it ok to inject the air bubble in Angionox 60mg Injection?

Yes, you can inject air bubbles into the site of injection. In fact, removing the air bubbles from Angionox 60mg Injection can lead to loss of the medicine thereby altering the prescribed dose.

Q. When will I feel better after taking Angionox 60mg Injection?

Angionox 60mg Injection reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Angionox 60mg Injection. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.