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Fragmin TM
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Active ingredients: dalteparin sodium
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 18,000 anti-Xa IU/0.72mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.72mL pack
- 2 x 0.72mL pack
- 5 x 0.72mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 15,000 anti-Xa IU/0.6mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.6mL pack
- 2 x 0.6mL pack
- 5 x 0.6mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 7500 anti-Xa IU/0.75mL injection syringe (graduated)Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear colourless or straw-coloured solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.75mL pack
- 15 x 0.75mL pack
- 2 x 0.75mL pack
- 5 x 0.75mL pack
- 6 x 0.75mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 10,000 anti-Xa IU/1mL injection syringe (graduated)Download the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear colourless or straw-coloured solution.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 1.0mL pack
- 15 x 1.0mL pack
- 2 x 1.0mL pack
- 5 x 1.0mL pack
- 6 x 1.0mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 2,500 anti-Xa IU/0.2mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- A clear colourless or straw coloured solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.2mL pack
- 5 x 0.2mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 5,000 anti-Xa IU/0.2mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Intravenous
- A clear colourless or straw-coloured solution
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.2mL pack
- 15 x 0.2mL pack
- 5 x 0.2mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 18,000 anti-Xa IU/0.72mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.72mL pack
- 2 x 0.72mL pack
- 5 x 0.72mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 18,000 anti-Xa IU/0.72mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.72mL pack
- 2 x 0.72mL pack
- 5 x 0.72mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 15,000 anti-Xa IU/0.6mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.6mL pack
- 2 x 0.6mL pack
- 5 x 0.6mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 15,000 anti-Xa IU/0.6mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.6mL pack
- 2 x 0.6mL pack
- 5 x 0.6mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 12,500 anti-Xa IU/0.5mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.5mL pack
- 2 x 0.5mL pack
- 5 x 0.5mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 12,500 anti-Xa IU/0.5mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.5mL pack
- 2 x 0.5mL pack
- 5 x 0.5mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
Brand name
(ARTG)
: FRAGMIN dalteparin sodium 12,500 anti-Xa IU/0.5mL injection syringeDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Prophylaxis against thrombotic complications during haemodialysis and treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Extended treatment of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (VTE) (proximal deep vein thrombosis and/or pulmonary embolism) to reduce the recurrence of VTE in patients with solid tumour cancers. Treatment of unstable coronary artery disease, i.e. unstable angina and non-ST-elevation myocardial infarction (also known as non-Q-wave myocardial infarction). Prophylaxis against thrombo-embolic complications in the peri- or postoperative period of surgery.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Injection, solution
- Subcutaneous
- A clear, colourless or straw-coloured solution for injection
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 3 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is Schedule 4 : Prescription Only Medicine.
- 10 x 0.5mL pack
- 2 x 0.5mL pack
- 5 x 0.5mL pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient dalteparin sodium
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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