TENECTEPLASE

Overview

TENECTEPLASE is a Schedule H drug.
Tenecteplase is a prescription medication used for the immediate treatment of a heart attack. Tenecteplase belongs to a group of drugs called thrombolytics. These work by breaking up or dissolving blood clots, which are the main cause of heart attacks. Tenecteplase is used to prevent death in people who have had a heart attack (acute myocardial infarction).

Usage

TENECTEPLASE is generally used to treat: Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: IV (Intravenous)

Precautions

  • Avoid activities that may increase your risk of bleeding or injury. Use extra care to prevent bleeding while shaving or brushing your teeth.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe liver or kidney disease, high blood pressure, infection, gastrointestinal bleeding, serious injury, blood vessel disorders, and allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Patient may develop with increased risk of internal bleeding, if it is so consult with your doctor.
  • Avoid excess dosage.

Rare Side-Effects

TENECTEPLASE : Hives, Skin Rash, Nosebleeds, Abdomen Pain, Back Pain, Constipation, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cough, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Difficulty Swallowing, Dizziness, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Breathing, Head Headache, Shortness Of Breath, Vomit, Wheezing

Technical Classification

TENECTEPLASE is categorized as: THROMBOLYTICS / COAGULATION MODIFIERS

Storage Conditions

Refrigeration (Between 2 To 8 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with TENECTEPLASE as Ingredient

ELAXIM 30MG INJTENECTEPLASE 30.0 MG
ELAXIM 40MG INJTENECTEPLASE 40.0 MG
ELAXIM 50MG INJTENECTEPLASE 50.0 MG
METALYSE 40MG INJTENECTEPLASE 40.0 MG
VELIX 30MG INJTENECTEPLASE 30.0 MG
VELIX 40MG INJTENECTEPLASE 40.0 MG
VELIX 50MG INJTENECTEPLASE 50.0 MG