Drug Name:Heparin
Drug Class:Anticoagulant
Mechanism of Action:
  • Binds to antithrombin III, which inactivates thrombin and factor Xa
  • Prevents the formation of blood clots
Use:
  • Prevention and treatment of blood clots
  • Used in conditions such as deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and atrial fibrillation
Side Effects:
  • Bleeding
  • Bruising
  • Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
  • Hypersensitivity reactions
Contraindications:
  • Active bleeding
  • Hypersensitivity to heparin
  • Severe thrombocytopenia
Specialty:
  • Cardiology
  • Hematology
  • Critical care