enoxaparin(Lovenox)
Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH)
Pronunciation
/iːˌnɒksəˈpærɪn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- enoxaparin
- Brand names
- Lovenox
- Therapeutic class
- Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH)
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Inject SC in the abdomen (love handle area), 2 inches from navel; rotate sides.
- Do not expel the air bubble in pre-filled syringe; it ensures full dose.
- Pinch skin and insert needle at 90 degrees; release skin to inject.
- Bruising and mild redness at the site are normal.
- Report nosebleeds, blood in stool/urine, severe headache.
Sources
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