Fondaparinux (Systemic)

Brand Names : Arixtra

Proper Use of This Medicine

If you are using fondaparinux at home, your health care professional will teach you how to inject yourself with the medicine. Be sure to follow the directions carefully. Check with your health care professional if you have any problems using the medicine .

Put used syringes in a puncture-resistant, disposable container , or dispose of them as directed by your health care professional.

Dosing - The dose of fondaparinux will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average doses of fondaparinux. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For injection dosage form:
  • For prevention of deep vein thrombosis (leg clots)
    • Adults - 2.5 milligrams (mg) injected under the skin once a day for five to nine days. The first dose is given six to eight hours after surgery.
    • Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, call your doctor.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Keep the medicine from freezing. Do not refrigerate.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.