Enoxaparin (Systemic)

Brand Names : Lovenox

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Stop using this medicine and check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Black, tarry stools; bleeding gums; blood in urine or stools; coughing up blood; difficulty in breathing or swallowing; dizziness; headache; increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding; moderate to severe pain or numbness in the arms, legs, hands, feet; nosebleeds; pale skin; paralysis; pinpoint red spots on skin; prolonged bleeding from cuts; red or black, tarry stools; red or dark brown urine; shortness of breath; swelling of ankles, feet, fingers; troubled breathing with exertion; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

Bruising; chest discomfort; collection of blood under the skin; confusion; continuing bleeding or oozing from the nose and/or mouth, or surgical wound; convulsions; difficult or labored breathing; fever; irritability; lightheadedness; lower back pain; pain or burning while urinating; swelling of hands and/or feet; tightness in chest; uncontrolled bleeding at site of injection; wheezing; vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

Rare

Back pain; burning, pricking, tickling, or tingling sensation; chest pain; chills; cough; dizziness or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever; general feeling of discomfort or illness; leg weakness; paralysis; problems with bowel or bladder function; shortness of breath; skin rash or hives; sneezing; sore throat; sudden fainting; swelling of the face, genitals, mouth, or tongue; thickening of bronchial secretions; troubled breathing;

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

Less common

Diarrhea; irritation, pain, or redness at place of injection; nausea; vomiting

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.