Anistreplase Benefits & Uses

Anistreplase is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pulmonary Embolism

Anistreplase Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pulmonary Embolism Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Pulmonary Embolism Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 30 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Anistreplase Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Anistreplase is used -

Severe

Arrhythimia

Moderate

Irregular heartbeat

Unknown

Flushing
Hepatitis
Inflammation of a vein
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Anistreplase Related Warnings

Is the use of Anistreplase safe for pregnant women?

Anistreplase can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Anistreplase, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Anistreplase safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Anistreplase for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Anistreplase on the Kidneys?

Anistreplase rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Anistreplase on the Liver?

Anistreplase has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Anistreplase on the Heart?

Anistreplase is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Anistreplase with Other Drugs

Anistreplase should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Tirofiban

Warfarin

Heparin

Moderate

Aspirin

Ticlopidine

Anistreplase Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anistreplase unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Trauma
Endocarditis

Frequently asked Questions about Anistreplase

Is this Anistreplase habit forming or addictive?

Anistreplase does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Anistreplase as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Anistreplase only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Anistreplase is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Anistreplase Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Anistreplase

Taking Anistreplase with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Anistreplase

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Anistreplase with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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