Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Eptifibatide(20mg)
Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the medicine for you. You should continue all your other medicines that are advised by the doctor for your long-term treatment even after this injection.
Use of this medicine may cause low blood platelets and increase your risk of bleeding. Let your doctor know immediately if you see pinpoint rash or blood in your vomits, urine, or stool. It may also cause low blood pressure as a side effect. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks associated with this medicine before it is administered.
This medicine is used with caution for some people. Before taking it, you must inform the doctor if you are suffering from any bleeding disorder, kidney or liver disease. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and about all the other medications that you are taking regularly.
Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection prevents new blood clots from forming and prevents the existing ones from getting bigger. It works by blocking a substance in the body which is involved in blood clotting. Thus it helps your blood flow smoothly throughout the body.
The pharmacokinetics of eptifibatide are linear and dose-proportional for bolus doses ranging from 90 to 250 mcg/kg and infusion rates from 0.5 to 3.0 mcg/kg/min. Plasma elimination half- life is approximately 2.5 hours.
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 Fleta Bolus
Bleeding
Decreased blood pressure
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Eptifibatide unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Bleeding
Stroke
Trauma
Kidney Disease
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Fleta Bolus 20mg 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.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Eptifibatide is a glycoprotein IIb/IIIa class platelet inhibitor drug used to reduce ischemic cardiac events in specific patient populations.
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Kindly do not self administer.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is usually given by your nurse or doctor as an infusion (drip) into a vein.
It increases your risk of bleeding. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails or using sharp objects.
Notify your doctor if you see blood in your vomit, urine or stool (black, tarry stools or bright red blood).
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Can the use of Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection increase the risk of bleeding?
Yes, Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection increases the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
Q. What medicines should I avoid while taking Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection?
Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection can interact with several medicines. Do not take any medicine without talking to your doctor.
Q. When will I feel better after taking Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection?
Fleta Bolus 20mg 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 Fleta Bolus 20mg Injection. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
