Fondaparinux: how to take it safely
Arixtra
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
A blood thinner injection that prevents and treats blood clots.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Inject under the skin of the tummy or thigh as your health worker showed you. Change the spot each time.
- Do not push out the air bubble in the syringe before injecting.
When to take it
Take it once a day at the same time.
Take it with
Not applicable.
What to avoid
- Aspirin and ibuprofen unless your doctor approves.
- Stopping without advice.
- Tell your dentist or surgeon that you use it.
- Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems.
Possible side effects
Bruising at the injection site, mild bleeding, anaemia.
Get help if
Black stools, vomiting blood, a blow to the head, or bleeding that does not stop: get emergency help.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.