Tenectelex 40mg Injection

Uses of Tenectelex 40mg Injection

  • Prevent blood clots in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS)

Introduction to Tenectelex 40mg Injection

Tenectelex 40mg injection belongs to the antiplatelet agent category, containing the active ingredient Tenecteplase. It is used to prevent blood clots in patients with acute coronary syndrome (ACS), including unstable angina or myocardial infarction (heart attack).

This drug is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity or allergic reactions to other ingredients in it. If you are scheduled for surgery (including dental work), it is important to inform your doctor. Due to the increased risk of bleeding associated with Tenectelex 40mg injection, your physician may advise you to stop taking the medication five days prior to the surgery.  If you develop irregular breathing patterns such as speeding up, slowing down, or experiencing short pauses in breathing, it is recommended to consult your doctor for further evaluation.

Tenectelex 40mg injection is not recommended during pregnancy or if there is a possibility of becoming pregnant. It is advised for women to use appropriate contraceptive measures to prevent pregnancy while using this medication. If you are breastfeeding, it’s important to consult with your physician before taking this drug.

Therapeutic Effects of Tenectelex 40mg Injection

Tenectelex 40mg injection works by inhibiting platelet activation and aggregation. It specifically blocks a receptor called P2Y12 on the platelets, preventing them from clumping together and forming blood clots. This helps reduce the risk of heart-related events in individuals with ACS.


Interaction of Tenectelex 40mg Injection with other drugs

Inform your physician about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications such as rosuvastatin, rifampicin, phenytoin, digoxin, cyclosporine, verapamil and opioids may interact with Tenectelex 40mg injection and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.


More Information about Tenectelex 40mg Injection

  • Do not store Tenectelex 40mg injection above (30°C).
  • Keep out of reach of children.

How to consume Tenectelex 40mg Injection

Tenectelex 40mg injection can be administered only as an intravenous injection into a vein by your physician in a hospital setting. Your physician will decide the correct dosage and duration based on age, body weight, and disease condition.


Safety Advices for Tenectelex 40mg Injection

 

Pregnancy

Tenectelex 40mg injection is not recommended during pregnancy or if there is a possibility of becoming pregnant. It is advised for women to use appropriate contraceptive measures to prevent pregnancy while using this medication.

 

Breast Feeding

If you are breastfeeding, it’s important to consult with your physician before taking Tenectelex 40mg injection.

 

Lungs

Inform your doctor if you have lung disease because the Tenectelex 40mg injection should be used cautiously with a lung condition

 

Liver

It is unknown whether Tenectelex 40mg injection is safe for patients with liver problems. Inform your physician if you have liver disease before starting the treatment.

 

Alcohol

It is unknown whether consuming alcohol interacts with Tenectelex 40mg injection. Please consult your doctor for more advice.

 

Driving

Tenectelex 40mg injection are not known to cause drowsiness or impair driving ability, so they are generally considered safe for use while driving or operating machinery.


Side Effects of Tenectelex 40mg Injection

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious

  • Shortness of breath
  • Blood clotting problem called TTP (purplish spots in the mouth or mouth, fever, confusion, yellowing of the eyes or skin, fever)
  • Fainting
  • Bleeding (red or black stools, coughing up or vomiting with blood, red, pink, or brown urine)

Common

  • Headache
  • Indigestion
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Rash, itching
  • Pain and swelling in the joints
  • Blurred vision
  • Bleeding gums
  • Bruising

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