apollo
0
  1. Home
  2. Medicine
  3. KD Unase 500000IU Injection

Offers on medicine orders
Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
KD Unase 500000IU Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antithrombotic agents. It is used in the treatment of blood clots mainly in conditions like peripheral vascular thromboembolism (blood clot in a large vein), cerebral thrombosis, cerebral infarction (stroke), and myocardial infarction (heart attack). This medicine works by converting plasminogen to the plasmin enzyme, which dissolves the blood clots, thus restoring the blood flow to the affected area.
Read more
rxMedicinePrescription drug

Whats That

tooltip

Composition :

UROKINASE-500000IU

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Vhb Life Sciences Inc

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About KD Unase 500000IU Injection

KD Unase 500000IU Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antithrombotic agents used to dissolve harmful blood clots in blood vessels. It is used in conditions such as peripheral vascular thromboembolism (blood clot in a large vein), cerebral thrombosis (blood clot in venous sinuses of the brain), cerebral infarction (stroke), myocardial infarction (heart attack),  and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs).

KD Unase 500000IU Injection contains urokinase that works by converting plasminogen to the enzyme plasmin. Plasmin degrades fibrin clots as well as fibrinogen and some other plasma proteins. It effectively dissolves the blood clots, restoring the blood flow to the affected area.

KD Unase 500000IU Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. In some cases, KD Unase 500000IU Injection may cause unusual bleeding, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and fade away with time. Please visit your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection. Keep your doctor updated on your medical condition and medications to rule out any potential interactions. Avoid consuming alcohol along with KD Unase 500000IU Injection as it could increase the risk of bleeding. KD Unase 500000IU Injection should not be given to children because its safety and effectiveness have not been proven.

Uses of KD Unase 500000IU Injection

Treatment of Blood clots

Directions for Use

KD Unase 500000IU Injection is given as an intravenous (into a vein) injection by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

KD Unase 500000IU Injection belongs to a class of drugs known as antithrombotic medications. KD Unase 500000IU Injection contains urokinase. It works by dissolving or lysing the harmful or unwanted blood clots in the blood vessels. Thus it restores the blood flow to the affected blood vessels, preventing various illnesses caused by blood clots. It is used in conditions such as peripheral vascular thromboembolism (blood clot in a large vein), cerebral thrombosis (blood clot in venous sinuses of the brain), cerebral infarction (stroke), myocardial infarction (heart attack),  and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs).

How KD Unase 500000IU Injection Works

KD Unase 500000IU Injection contains urokinase that works by converting plasminogen to the enzyme plasmin. Plasmin degrades fibrin clots as well as fibrinogen and some other plasma proteins. It effectively dissolves the blood clots, restoring the blood flow to the affected area.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of KD Unase 500000IU Injection

Since KD Unase 500000IU Injection is administered by a healthcare professional, an overdose is unlikely to occur. However, seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

Before taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. KD Unase 500000IU Injection should be used with caution in elderly people because they are at significant risk of bleeding. If you have active tuberculosis, stomach ulcers, severe uncontrolled arterial hypertension, bleeding abnormalities, severe hepatic or renal diseases, inform your doctor before taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection. Also, let your doctor know if you have had a recent cerebrovascular accident, as well as intracranial or intraspinal surgery. Inform your doctor that you take KD Unase 500000IU Injection if are due to undergo surgery. You should avoid alcohol because it increases the risk of bleeding. KD Unase 500000IU Injection is not recommended for children since its safety and effectiveness have not been proven.

Drug-Drug Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip

Drug-Drug Interactions

Login/Sign Up

How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Combining KD Unase 500000IU Injection with Dalteparin can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dalteparin with KD Unase 500000IU Injection may possibly lead to an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor prescribes it. Consult a doctor if you have any symptoms including dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that resembles coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medication.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Using deferasirox together with KD Unase 500000IU Injection may increase the risk of gastrointestinal ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection with Deferasirox can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. This risk is higher in older people with certain blood disorders or low platelet counts.If you have symptoms like stomach pain, bloating, dizziness, or black stools, it's important to consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Co-administration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection and Rivaroxaban can increase the risk of bleeding problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection and Rivaroxaban can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Coadministration of warfarin with KD Unase 500000IU Injection can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection and warfarin together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience unusual bleeding or bruising, dizziness, lightheadedness, red or black, tarry stools, coughing up or vomiting fresh or dried blood that looks like coffee grounds, severe headache, and weakness, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Coadministration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection and Apixaban co-administration may raise the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Even though combining KD Unase 500000IU Injection and Apixaban may cause an interaction, it is still possible to take it if your doctor advises you to. Consult a doctor if you experience symptoms like blood in your urine or stool (or a black stool), severe bruising, prolonged nosebleeds, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, weakness or severe headache, vomiting blood or coughing up blood, heavy menstrual bleeding (in women), difficulty breathing, or chest pain. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any medications.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection with fondaparinux can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Fondaparinux and KD Unase 500000IU Injection, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience bleeding, severe back pain, dizziness, black or red stools, severe headache, weakness, and vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection with Enoxaparin can increase the risk or severity of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Enoxaparin and KD Unase 500000IU Injection, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any symptoms like bleeding, bruising, dizziness, black or tarry stools, weakness, vomiting, or headaches, it is important to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Combining Dasatinib with KD Unase 500000IU Injection can increase the risk and severity of bleeding and hemorrhage.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection with Dasatinib can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these signs, it's important to contact a doctor right away: bleeding, problems, bruising, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, stools that are red or black and sticky, intense headache, weakness, bleeding, or vomiting. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Taking Heparin with KD Unase 500000IU Injection can increase the risk of bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Heparin with KD Unase 500000IU Injection can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you have unusual bleeding or bruising, vomiting, blood in your urine or stools, headache, dizziness, or weakness, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with KD Unase 500000IU Injection:
Co-administration of KD Unase 500000IU Injection with Cangrelo can enhance the blood-thinning effects of Cangrelor.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection and Cangrelor together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you notice any of these signs, it's important to contact a doctor right away: bleeding, problems, bruising, feeling dizzy or lightheaded, stools that are red or black and sticky, intense headache, weakness, bleeding, or vomiting. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

verifiedApollotooltip
No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

Drug-Food Interactions

Login/Sign Up

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid cranberry juice, grapefruit juice, noni juice, pomegranate juice, and green tea.
  • Make no dietary changes without first consulting your doctor.
  • You should avoid alcohol because it increases the risk of bleeding.
  • Maintain a healthy cholesterol and triglyceride level.
  • Maintain a healthy weight and exercise routine to keep your heart healthy.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTICOAGULANT/ANTITHROMBOTIC
bannner image

Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid the consumption of alcohol with KD Unase 500000IU Injection as it may increase the risk of bleeding.

bannner image

Pregnancy

Unsafe

KD Unase 500000IU Injection is not recommended during pregnancy or immediately after the delivery unless advised by the doctor. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.

bannner image

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with KD Unase 500000IU Injection. Please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

bannner image

Driving

Caution

It is unclear whether KD Unase 500000IU Injection impacts your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

bannner image

Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

bannner image

Children

Unsafe

KD Unase 500000IU Injection is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Have a query?

FAQs

KD Unase 500000IU Injection belongs to a class of drugs called antithrombotic agents used to dissolve harmful blood clots in blood vessels. It is used in conditions such as peripheral vascular thromboembolism (blood clot in a large vein), cerebral thrombosis (blood clot in venous sinuses of the brain), cerebral infarction (stroke), myocardial infarction and pulmonary embolism (blood clots in the lungs).

KD Unase 500000IU Injection works by dissolving the harmful blood clots in the blood vessels. This restores the blood flow to the affected blood vessels, preventing various illnesses caused by blood clots.

Yes, KD Unase 500000IU Injection raises the possibility of bleeding. Always exercise caution when engaging in activities that could result in an injury or bleeding. Notify your doctor right away if you notice any unusual bruises or bleeding.

To determine blood clotting time, tests such as platelet count, factor V assay, fibrinogen level test, prothrombin time test (PT or PT-INR), and the INR (international normalised ratio) are utilised.

If you are scheduled for surgery, please consult your doctor. The doctor may advise you to stop taking KD Unase 500000IU Injection a few days before surgery because it increases the chance of bleeding during surgery.

KD Unase 500000IU Injection is not recommended for use in people with severe uncontrolled high blood pressure.

KD Unase 500000IU Injection may interact with certain medications such as anticoagulant medications (warfarin) and medications with platelet antiaggregant effects (aspirin, ticlopidine hydrochloride, dipyridamole). So, avoid taking these medications together. However, it is better to consult a doctor before taking any medication while on treatment with KD Unase 500000IU Injection to ensure safety.

The common side effects of KD Unase 500000IU Injection that may occur in some individuals such as unusual bleeding, nausea, vomiting, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical treatment and fade away with time. Please visit your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - KD49789

Disclaimer

While we strive to provide complete, accurate, and expert-reviewed content on our 'Platform', we make no warranties or representations and disclaim all responsibility and liability for the completeness, accuracy, or reliability of the aforementioned content. The content on our platform is for informative purposes only, and may not cover all clinical/non-clinical aspects. Reliance on any information and subsequent action or inaction is solely at the user's risk, and we do not assume any responsibility for the same. The content on the Platform should not be considered or used as a substitute for professional and qualified medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any query pertaining to medicines, tests and/or diseases, as we support, and do not replace the doctor-patient relationship.

Author Details

Doctor imageWe provide you with authentic, trustworthy and relevant information

whatsapp Floating Button