| Pharmacy Drug Brand Name: | N/A |
| Active Ingredient(s): | Argatroban |
| Strength(s) / Dose(s): | 100mg/ml |
| Delivery / Dosage Form(s): | Intravenous Injection |
| Company Manufacturer Name: | Texas Biotechnology Corporation |
| Availability / Prescription: | Prescription only |
| FDA Approval Date *: | June 30, 2000 |
* Approval by the FDA does not necessarily mean that this drug is available for consumers at this time.
What is Argatroban used for?
Argatroban is used to treat and reduce the risk of blood clots in patients who have had a reaction to heparin that resulted in reduced platelets and associated blood clots.
Who should not be treated with Argatroban?
Argatroban should not be given to individuals who have major bleeding.
Warnings with Argatroban:
Increased risk of bleeding is the most common complication of Argatroban. If you have the following conditions, your risk of bleeding may be increased:
- severe high blood pressure
- recent lumbar puncture, or spinal anesthesia
- recent major surgery (especially involving the brain, spinal cord, or eye)
- medical conditions that increase the tendency to bleed
- stomach ulcers
What should I tell my doctor or health care (healthcare) provider?
- Because certain other medications can interact with Argatroban, and may increase the risk of bleeding, review all medications that you are taking with your health care (healthcare) provider, including those that you take without a prescription.
- Tell your doctor if you are taking blood thinners.
What are some possible side effects of Argatroban? <(This is not a comprehensive list of possible side effects reported with Argatroban. Your doctor or pharmacist can provide expert advice on the possible side effects of this drug.)
Bleeding is the most common side effect.
Other side effects may include:
- Shortness of breath
- Low blood pressure
- Fever
- Diarrhea