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Cutenox-G 60mg Injection
Prescription Required
Salt Composition : Enoxaparin
Manufacturer : GLAND PHARMA LTD
Origin of Medicine : India
1 Prefilled Syringe
Introduction to Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection is an anticoagulant drug belonging to the category of low molecular weight heparin (LMWH). It contains the active ingredient Enoxaparin. It is used to treat severe blood clots. This drug also prevents the occurrence of deep vein thrombosis in abdominal surgery, hip replacement surgery, knee replacement surgery, and in people with severe movement restrictions. This injection prevents further heart complications in patients with unstable angina and non-Q wave myocardial infarction.
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection is not recommended for patients with active bleeding, hypersensitivity or allergic to the active compound, and a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia. Before taking Cutenox-G 60mg Injection, tell your physician if you are allergic to enoxaparin sodium, heparin, benzyl alcohol, or pork products. Your healthcare provider will regularly monitor you for signs of bleeding. Inform your healthcare practitioner if you are diagnosed with kidney problems. It is not recommended for use in children and adolescents below 18 years. It is not recommended to use Cutenox-G 60mg Injection if you undergo procedures like neuraxial anaesthesia or spinal puncture. It is recommended to monitor older adults and patients with low weight for increased risk of bleeding. Tell your physician if you suspect pregnancy, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby. Cutenox-G 60mg Injection may increase the chance of bleeding in pregnant women and hence close monitoring must be done. Consult your doctor for more advice. Before starting enoxaparin sodium medication, it is recommended not to take any hemostatic drugs unless absolutely necessary. It is necessary to inform your physician about all the drugs you are taking including herbal and vitamin supplements.
Uses of Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
- Treatment of deep vein thrombosis
- Prophylaxis of venous thrombo-embolism
- Treatment of unstable angina
- Treatment of ST-segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI)
- Prevention of blood clots during surgeries
Therapeutic Effects of Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection binds to the antithrombin to form a complex. Antithrombin is a protein that blocks the formation of abnormal blood clots. This drug mainly prevents the activation of factor Xa, eventually preventing clot formation. It is commonly used for the prevention and treatment of conditions associated with increased risk of blood clots.
Interaction of Cutenox-g 60mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Cutenox-G 60mg Injection and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. Before starting Cutenox-G 60mg Injection sodium medication, it is recommended not to take any hemostatic drugs unless absolutely necessary.
More Information about Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
- Store Cutenox-G 60mg Injection below (30°C).
- Do not freeze
- Keep it out of reach from children.
- Protect them from light and moisture
How to consume Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered as an intravenous injection into a vein. Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.
Safety Advices for Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Pregnancy
Before beginning therapy with Cutenox-G 60mg Injection, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, or planning to become pregnant. It is not known that Cutenox-G 60mg Injection interferes with pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
It is unknown if Cutenox-G 60mg Injection sodium is excreted unaltered in breast milk. Please consult your doctor before breastfeeding.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Cutenox-G 60mg Injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Consult your doctor if you have lung disease before starting the treatment.
Liver
Inform your doctor if you have liver disease because Cutenox-G 60mg Injection should be used cautiously with a liver condition.
Alcohol
It is unknown if consuming alcoholic beverages while taking Cutenox-G 60mg Injection is safe. Please consult with your physician.
Driving
It is safe to travel, drive a car, or operate heavy machinery after receiving Cutenox-G 60mg Injection. The drug does not impair alertness or coordination.
Side Effects of Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Severe allergic reactions (swelling of lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing, or swallowing)
- Too much bleeding (weakness, being pale, dizziness with headache, or unexplained swelling)
- Blockage of blood vessels (pain, redness, or swelling in the legs, or coughing up blood)
- Rash of dark red spots under the skin
Common
- Bleeding
- Bruising more easily
- Low blood cell counts
- Headache
- Itchy red skin
- Edema
- Pain at the injection site
- Pink patches on the skin
Word of Advice
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection can cause bleeding and many undesirable side effects; hence it is advised to get adequate rest during the treatment. Eat a well-balanced diet.Apply a cool compress at the injection site to reduce pain and irritation. Cutenox-G 60mg Injection should not be stopped suddenly without first talking to your doctor because doing so may raise your risk of blood clots. Aspirin and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs) may raise the risk of bleeding when combined with Cutenox-G 60mg Injection, so it is not recommended to take them without first talking to your doctor. Keep away from activities that put you at higher risk of bleeding or getting hurt, like contact sports and activities.Foods high in vitamin K may have an impact on blood clotting and may interfere with the way anticoagulant drugs like Cutenox-G 60mg Injection, it is recommended to eat the leafy green vegetables, asparagus, Brussels sprouts and soybean oil in moderation. It is advised to monitor your platelets count regularly.
FAQs
Q 1. Who should not take Cutenox-G 60mg Injection?
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection is not recommended for people suffering from active major bleeding or a history of hypersensitivity to Cutenox-G 60mg Injection, heparin, Benzyl alcohol, or pork products. This drug is also not advised for people with a history of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia in the past hundred days.
Q 2. What should I not take with Cutenox-G 60mg Injection?
When taking Cutenox-G 60mg Injection injection, it's important to avoid certain medications, supplements, and activities that may increase the risk of bleeding or interact with the anticoagulant effects of Cutenox-G 60mg Injection such as other anticoagulants, Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs and antiplatelets.
Q 3. What are the common side effects of Cutenox-G 60mg Injection?
Common side effects of Cutenox-G 60mg Injection may include bleeding or bruising at the injection site, nosebleeds, nausea, headache, and itching. Serious side effects such as severe bleeding or allergic reactions are rare but may occur.
Q 4. How long should Cutenox-G 60mg Injection treatment continue?
The duration of Cutenox-G 60mg Injection treatment depends on the underlying condition being treated, the risk of clotting, and individual patient factors. Treatment may be short-term (e.g., during hospitalization or surgical procedures) or long-term for chronic conditions such as DVT or PE.
Q 5. When should you report to the doctor?
Contact your physician directly if you experience severe allergic reactions like the spelling of lips, tongue, throat, difficulty breathing or swallowing, unexplained swelling, painful Rash, chest pain, or blood in the cough during the treatment with Cutenox-G 60mg Injection.
Q 6. How should Cutenox-G 60mg Injection be stored?
Cutenox-G 60mg Injection should be stored at room temperature (between 68°F to 77°F or 20°C to 25°C) away from light and moisture. It should be kept out of the reach of children and not be frozen. Unused portions of Cutenox-G 60mg Injection solution should be discarded according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Fact Box of Cutenox-g 60mg Injection
Molecule Name: Enoxaparin | Therapeutic class: Anticoagulant |
Pharmacological class: Low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) | Indications: Treat and prevent blood clot |
Dosage form: Injection | Habit forming: No |
References
- Rovi Pharma Industrial ServicesElectronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Apr 2022], [Accessed on March 2024],https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9331.pdf
- Sanofi, [Revised on Apr 2022] [Accessed on March 2024], https://products.sanofi.us/lovenox/lovenox.pdf
- Sanofi India Limited, Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), [Revised on Dec 2018], [Accessed on March 2024], https://cdsco.gov.in/opencms/resources/UploadCDSCOWeb/2018/UploadPrescribingInfo/1CLEXANE-SANOFI.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Drugs Affecting Coagulation, Bleeding and Thrombosis, 8th Edition, 2019, 659-681.
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