Botropase Injection
Botropase Injection is administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Do not take this medicine if you have any known allergies to this medication.
Botropase Injection
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Botropase Injection is used in the treatment of bleeding. It works speeds up the process of clot formation. This way it stops the bleeding and prevents complications that can result from bleeding.
Botropase Injection is administered by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. Do not take this medicine if you have any known allergies to this medication.
The common side effects include injection site reactions such as pain, redness, and swelling. Let your doctor if any of these symptoms persist or get worse. Before taking this medicine, to make sure it is safe for you, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys.
03Uses
Treatment of Bleeding
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Botropase Injection is a snake venom-based mixture of certain enzymes which fasten the process of blood clotting and stop bleeding.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Botropase Injection, please consult your doctor.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Bleeding
Botropase Injection helps in controlling bleeding by speeding up blood clotting. It helps to prevent excessive loss of blood, stops bleeding and enhances the healing process. This is mainly used in small procedures such as tooth extraction. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Botropase Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Botropase Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Botropase Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Botropase Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Botropase Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Botropase Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Botropase Injection is used to control bleeding in surgical, dental, and gynecological cases.
It is a snake venom-based mixture of certain enzymes which fasten the process of blood clotting and stops bleeding.
The use of Botropase Injection is contraindicated in patients with arterial and venous thrombosis (blood clots within a blood vessel).
Botropase Injection is used to control bleeding in surgical, dental, and gynecological cases.
It is a snake venom-based mixture of certain enzymes which fasten the process of blood clotting and stops bleeding.
The use of Botropase Injection is contraindicated in patients with arterial and venous thrombosis (blood clots within a blood vessel).
References
Sources and references
Shenoy AK, Ramesh KV, Chowta MN, et al. Effects of botropase on clotting factors in healthy human volunteers. Perspect Clin Res. 2014;5:71-74. view
