Prothrombin Complex concentrated
General English name: Prothrombin
Brands: Beriplex, Octaplex, Kcentra, Cofact
Application: Anti-bleeding - blood coagulation
Pharmaceutical forms of prothrombin
Prothrombin Drug Information
The correct amount and method of prothrombin consumption
The correct amount and method of prothrombin consumption
Contraindications to the use of prothrombin
Taking prothrombin during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of prothrombin on driving
Drug interaction of prothrombin
Warning about taking Prothrombin
Side effects of prothrombin
Side effects of Prothrombin overdose (prothrombin poisoning)
Storage conditions of Prothrombin
Pharmaceutical forms of prothrombin
Powder, injection
Prothrombin Drug Information
Prothrombin (PCC) is a combination of coagulation factors seven, two, nine, and ten, as well as protein C and protein S, produced from fresh, frozen human blood plasma. Prothrombin has the opposite effect of anticoagulants such as warfarin and coumarin, and is used in cases where patients experience coagulation disorders due to heavy bleeding. Other uses of this drug Deficiency is one of the coagulation factors due to congenital or liver and hemophilia.
The correct amount and method of prothrombin consumption
Prothrombin (PCC) is a combination of coagulation factors seven, two, nine, and ten, as well as protein C and protein S, produced from fresh, frozen human blood plasma. Prothrombin has the opposite effect of anticoagulants such as warfarin and coumarin, and is used in cases where patients experience coagulation disorders due to heavy bleeding. Other uses of this drug Deficiency is one of the coagulation factors due to congenital or liver and hemophilia.
The correct amount and method of prothrombin consumption
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
The dose and amount of Prothrombin varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised.
Contraindications to the use of prothrombin
Note the expiration date of the prothrombin drug and do not take it if the expired drug has expired.
Never give Prothrombin to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with prothrombin, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Prothrombin is contraindicated in patients with heparin-induced thrombocytopenia
Taking prothrombin during pregnancy and lactation
There are no detailed studies on the harmful effects of this drug during pregnancy, but you should not use this drug without consulting your doctor. Due to the large protein molecules of this drug, the possibility of its secretion in breast milk is very low, but you should not use this drug during breastfeeding without consultation.
The effect of prothrombin on driving
Prothrombin does not cause blurred vision, drowsiness or dizziness, do not avoid driving or operating machinery.
Drug interaction of prothrombin
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Warning about taking Prothrombin
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking prothrombin:
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- If you have a specific blood problem.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Side effects of prothrombin
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects go away after a short time of taking the medicine. In case of persistent side effects, the physician should be informed:
Diffuse intramuscular coagulation
Myocardial infarction
Thrombosis or thromboembolic
Allergic reaction, hypotension, injection site reaction: These side effects are rare.
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel may be due to Prothrombin.
Side effects of Prothrombin overdose (prothrombin poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath and fainting, call the emergency room right away.
Storage conditions of Prothrombin
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.