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HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER (heparin sodium)

Genetically Validated
Cardiovascular Approved 1985-03-27

Heparin Sodium is an anticoagulant indicated for the prophylaxis and treatment of venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and peripheral arterial embolism. It is used to prevent postoperative deep venous thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism in patients undergoing major surgery or those at high risk of thromboembolic disease. It is also indicated for atrial fibrillation with embolization and the treatment of acute and chronic consumptive coagulopathies (disseminated intravascular coagulation). Additionally, it serves as an anticoagulant in extracorporeal circulation, dialysis procedures, blood transfusions, and arterial/cardiac surgery.

Source: FDA Label • Pfizer

How HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Works

Heparin works by binding to the naturally occurring plasma protein Antithrombin III, inducing a conformational change that markedly enhances its serine protease activity. This results in the inhibition of activated coagulation factors, primarily Factor Xa and thrombin (Factor IIa). By preventing the conversion of fibrinogen to fibrin, heparin inhibits the formation of stable fibrin clots. Heparin does not possess fibrinolytic activity and therefore does not lyse existing thrombi.

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Phase 3 Trials
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Years on Market

Details

Status
Prescription
First Approved
1985-03-27
Routes
INJECTION
Dosage Forms
INJECTABLE

Companies

Active Ingredient: HEPARIN SODIUM

HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Approval History

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31 FDA actions from 1985 to 2024
Feb 2024 SUPPL
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Sep 2019 SUPPL
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What HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Treats

6 indications

HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER is approved for 6 conditions since its original approval in 1985. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.

  • Venous Thrombosis
  • Pulmonary Embolism
  • Deep Venous Thrombosis
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation
  • Peripheral Arterial Embolism
Source: FDA Label

HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER Target & Pathway

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Target

FACTOR XA (Coagulation Factor Xa) Coagulation Factor

A key enzyme in the blood clotting cascade that converts prothrombin to thrombin. Inhibiting Factor Xa prevents clot formation, reducing risk of stroke in atrial fibrillation and treating/preventing venous thromboembolism.

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Clinical Trial Registry

4 trials
Trial Sponsor ID Phase Status Title
NCT06646328 FER-CIT-2016-01 2016-004361-12 Ph 4 terminated Oxidative Stress and Circulating Nuclear DNA (cfDNA) in Acute Kidney Injury and Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies.
NCT04743011 EnHanCed results posted UPECLIN-MB-2 Ph 1, Ph 2 completed Enriched Heparin Anti COVID-19 Trial
NCT03707418 IRB00176475 Ph 1 withdrawn Bivalirudin vs Heparin in ECMO Patients
NCT02206087 PER977-01-002 Ph 1, Ph 2 completed Evaluation of the Safety, Tolerability, Pharmacokinetics, and Pharmacodynamic Effects of PER977 Following Heparin
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
Count Type What it means
- ORIG Original approval - drug first enters market
- SUPPL - Efficacy New indication (new disease/condition approved)
- SUPPL - Labeling Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates)
- SUPPL - Manufacturing Production changes (new facility)
- SUPPL - Chemistry Formulation changes (new dosage strength)

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HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER FDA Label Details

Indications & Usage

FDA Label (PDF)

HEPARIN SODIUM 10,000 UNITS IN DEXTROSE 5% IN PLASTIC CONTAINER is indicated for the treatment of Venous Thrombosis; Pulmonary Embolism; Deep Venous Thrombosis; Atrial Fibrillation; Disseminated Intravascular Coagulation; Peripheral Arterial Embolism.

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