Enoxaparin

WHAT IS IT?

Enoxaparin is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) that functions by binding to antithrombin III. Once activated antithrombin binds to factor Xa and stops it form obverting prothrombin to thrombin. 

WHEN DO WE USE IT? 
WHEN DO WE AVOID USING IT?
HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS/TOXICITY?
ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
 

 

Page Updated: 05.04.2017