Generics Enoxaparin Sodium Used For Blood Clot How it works It works by stopping existing blood clots from getting any bigger. This helps your body to break them down and stop them causing you harm and by stopping blood clots forming in your blood. Usage And Safety Dosage Enoxaparin Sodium Side Effects Bleeding a lot from a wound , If you have an allergic reaction. The signs may include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue , Headache , Anaemia , Alopecia , Liver injury, both hepatocellular & cholestatic. Drug Interactions Warfarin , Aspirin, dipyridamole, clopidogrel or other medicines- used to stop blood clots forming , Dextran injection , Ibuprofen, diclofenac, ketorolac or other medicines , Prednisolone, dexamethasone or other medicines , rheumatoid arthritis , Water tablets (diuretics) such as spironolactone, triamterene or amiloride. These may increase the levels of potassium in your blood when taken with Enoxaparin Sodium . Indication Prophylaxis of venous thromboembolism particularly associated with orthopaedic or general surgery and in bedridden patients . Treatment of venous thromboembolic disease presenting with deep vein thrombosis , pulmonary embolism or both . Treatment of unstable angina and non-Q wave MI. Prevention of thrombus formation in the extracorporeal circulation during haemodialysis . COVID-19. When not to Use You are allergic (hypersensitive) to enoxaparin sodium or any of the other ingredients . Signs of an allergic reaction include: A rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue . Precautions Precaution If you have a history of spinal surgery or spinal deformity or if you are going to have a spinal puncture or an operation where an epidural or spinal anaesthetic is used, tell your doctor that you are using Enoxaparin Sodium. Warnings Warning 1 You should not use this medicine if you are pregnant and have a mechanical heart valve as you may be at increased risk of developing blood clots. Your doctor should discuss this with you. Warning 2 Before you use this medicine your doctor or nurse may carry out a blood test. Warning 3 It is not recommended for use in children. Additional Information Pregnancy category Always consult your physician before using any medicine. Storage (YES/NO) Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.