Fragmin
The following drug information is obtained from various newswires, published
medical journal articles, and medical conference presentations.
General Information
FRAGMIN Injection is indicated for prophylaxis of deep vein
thrombosis (DVT), which may lead to pulmonary embolism:
- In patients undergoing hip replacement surgery
- In patients undergoing abdominal surgery who are at risk for
thromboembolic complications.
Patients at risk include those who are over 40 years of age,
obese, undergoing surgery under general anesthesia lasting longer
than 30 minutes, or who have additional risk factors such as
malignancy, or a history of deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary
embolism.
