- A premixed Heparin Sodium in 0.45% Sodium Chloride (Half-Normal Saline) Injection containing 25,000 USP units of Heparin in a 500mL EXCEL® IV container, providing a high concentration of 50 units/mL
Uses
- Thromboembolism Treatment:
- Indicated for the treatment and prophylaxis of venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and peripheral arterial embolism
- Atrial Fibrillation Management:
- Used to treat thromboembolic complications associated with atrial fibrillation
- Consumption Coagulopathies:
- Employed in the management of acute and chronic disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC)
- Surgical Support:
- Prevents blood clotting during major arterial and cardiac surgeries
- Procedural Anticoagulation:
- Used in blood transfusions, extracorporeal circulation, and dialysis procedures
Features
- Ready-to-Use Formulation:
- A sterile, non-pyrogenic solution that is pre-buffered and requires no manual admixture, significantly reducing the risk of medication errors
- EXCEL® IV Container:
- A flexible bag constructed from a multi-layered film that is not made with PVC, DEHP, or natural rubber latex, minimizing patient exposure to plasticizers
- Safe Design:
- Features a closed system that does not require external air for administration and a tamper-evident plastic protector on the administration port
- Enhanced Traceability:
- Includes a 2D barcode (containing NDC, lot number, and expiration) to support automated medication scanning and prevent errors
- Standardized Concentration:
- Potency is determined by a biological assay using USP reference standards to ensure consistent dosing
Benefits
- Patient & Environmental Safety:
- The non-toxic, biologically inert container material exhibits virtually no leachables and decomposes into carbon dioxide and water upon incineration
- Clinical Efficiency:
- As a ready-to-use solution, it eliminates manual admixture steps, saving time for nursing and pharmacy staff while reducing the risk of contamination
- Reduced Medication Errors:
- The factory-premixed standardized concentration helps eliminate human error associated with manual calculation and mixing of high-alert medications like heparin
Contents
- 25,000 Units Heparin in 0.45% SoDeepium ChloriDeepe for Injection in 500mL EXCEL IV Container
- 24 Containers per case
