Tinzaparin
Tinzaparin is a low molecular weight heparin anticoagulant used to prevent and treat blood clots. It is administered by subcutaneous injection and is commonly prescribed for conditions such as deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
A low molecular weight heparin anticoagulant injected subcutaneously to prevent and treat blood clots.
Key facts at a glance
- ATC
- B01AB10
- RxNorm
- 69646
- Generic
- Tinzaparin
- Class
- atc-b01
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- solution
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Prevention and treatment of venous thromboembolism, including deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism; prevention of blood clots during and after surgical procedures.
Works by binding to antithrombin III and enhancing its ability to inhibit clotting factors, primarily factor Xa and to a lesser extent factor IIa (thrombin).
Like all anticoagulants, carries a risk of bleeding. Contraindicated in patients with active bleeding, severe kidney impairment, or history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. Regular monitoring may be required in certain patient populations.
Official drug label
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