Danaparoid (Systemic)
Brand Names : Orgaran
CategoryDescriptionDanaparoid (da-NAP-a-roid)
is used to prevent deep venous thrombosis, a condition in which harmful blood
clots form in the blood vessels of the legs. These blood clots can travel
to the lungs and can become lodged in the blood vessels of the lungs, causing
a condition called pulmonary embolism. Danaparoid is used for several days
after hip replacement surgery, while you are unable to walk. It is during
this time that blood clots are most likely to form. Danaparoid also may be
used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Danaparoid is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following
dosage form:
Parenteral
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Injection (U.S.)
Brand NamesSome commonly used brand names are:
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