Product Information
Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) is a unique chemical entity in a class of antithrombotic agents known as low-molecular-weight heparins (LMWH). Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) was approved in the United States and Canada in 1993, and it has been available in Europe since 1987. Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) is the only low-molecular-weight heparin in the United States approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 7 approved indications for the prophylaxis and treatment of thromboembolic disease.Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) is an anticoagulant ("anti" means against and "coagulant" refers to clotting) that is used to help reduce the risk of the formation of blood clots in patients at risk.
Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) is given by an injection under the skin (subcutaneously or SC). This can be done by you or an appropriate caregiver (your nurse will teach you or your caregiver how to do this).
Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) and warfarin have been prescribed to treat harmful clots. While taking these medications, there are several things you should know. First, it is important to take these medications at the same time every day. If you need to, mark the calendar as you take each medication to remind yourself that you have taken it for the day. Also, take only the amount of Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) prescribed for you. Do not change any doses of Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) unless you have been instructed to do so. Finally, be very careful about taking any over-the-counter medications. Many medications can affect how Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) and warfarin work and could potentially cause problems. Therefore, it is always best to check with your doctor before taking any new medications.
Remember:
Take Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) at the same time(s) each day, as prescribed by your doctor.
For instructions on what to do if you miss a dose, call your doctor immediately.
Continue the injections for exactly the number of days specified by your doctor.
Lovenox (enoxaparin sodium injection) should be stored at controlled room temperature, 59
