ALTEPLASE

Overview

ALTEPLASE is a Schedule H drug.
Alteplase is an enzyme that breaks up or dissolves blood clots.
It belongs to the class of Anti thrombotic enzymes.They dissolves blood clots quickly to restart blood flow to the heart and prevents to the damage of heart muscle.

Usage

ALTEPLASE is generally used to treat: Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Hemorrhage, Pulmonary Embolism, Ischemic Colitis, Myocardial Infarction
ALTEPLASE can address symptoms like: Gums Bleeding, Body Pain, Body Aches Or Pains

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

Precautions should be exercised in the patients with the history of kidney disease.
Monitor for intracranial bleeding and blood pressure in acute stroke.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ALTEPLASE over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Bleeding, Abdomen Pain, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

ALTEPLASE : Paralysis, Dizziness, Abnormal Uterine Bleeding, Bronchospasm Cough, Gums Bleeding, Cough, Dizziness, Head Headache, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Blood Or Red Colored Urine

Serious Side-Effects

ALTEPLASE : Breathlessness, Fever, Vision Problems, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Fever, Fainting, Confusion, Chills, Slurred Speech, Impaired Color Vision

Rare Side-Effects

ALTEPLASE : Chronic Fatigue Disorder, Febrile Convulsions, Paleness, Seizure, Anxiety, Nausea, Vomit, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Cough, Hoarse Voice, Weight Gain

Disease Interactions

ALTEPLASE can interfere with: Vision Problems, Urinary Retention, Respiratory Infection

Technical Classification

ALTEPLASE is categorized as: THROMBOLYTICS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Freezing Temperature (-10 To -25 C)

Available Alternatives

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