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Fondaparinux (Subcutaneous Route)
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Description
Fondaparinux is used to prevent deep vein thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These blood clots can travel to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of the lungs, causing a condition called pulmonary embolism. This medicine is used for several days after hip fracture surgery, hip or knee replacement surgery, and in some cases following abdominal surgery, while you are unable to walk. It is during this time that blood clots are most likely to form.
Fondaparinux is also used together with warfarin to treat acute deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
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