GENERIC NAME: ABCIXIMAB - INJECTION (ab-SIX-eh-mab)
BRAND NAME(S): Reopro
Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage
USES: This medication keeps blood cells (platelets) from sticking together. It is used during certain heart artery procedures (e.g., angioplasty).
HOW TO USE: This medication is given by injection usually 10 to 60 minutes prior to the procedure followed by a continuous infusion into a vein for up to 12 hours. Your dose will be determined by your condition and response. Do not increase the dose, use it more often or continue using this drug longer than prescribed. Do not shake container.
SIDE EFFECTS: Nausea, vomiting, dizziness or irritation at the injection site may occur. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you experience: bruising or bleeding, skin rash, breathing trouble, rapid or abnormal heartbeat, chest pain, swelling of the feet or ankles. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Should not be used if there is any bleeding (e.g., gastrointestinal bleeding) or history of stroke. Should be used carefully if at all in patients weighing less than 75 Kg or older than 65 years or have a history of gastrointestinal disease. Tell your doctor if you have: other illnesses, recent surgeries or trauma, any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication appears in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Should not be used with dextran or thrombolytics. Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you use, including: blood thinners taken within 7 days, aspirin, NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen), ticlopidine. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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- Aspirin and Antiplatelet Medications - Read about aspirin therapy to prevent heart attack and stroke. Also learn about other anti-platelet medications such as, thienopyridines, and glycoprotein IIB/IIa inhibitors.
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