Hemin Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Hemin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Hemin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Hemin

Pronunciation : HE-min

Therapeutic Classification : Enzyme Inhibitors

Brand Names or Trade Names of Hemin

International :

Panhematin

Why is Hemin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an iron-containing porphyrin, prescribed for symptoms of certain blood disorders (porphyria). It works by correcting certain types of heme deficiency in the liver.

When should Hemin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients who are taking anticoagulants, and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Hemin?

IV- The recommended dose is 1 to 4 mg/kg/day, should be given over a period of 10 to 15 minutes for 3 to 14 days.

How should Hemin be taken?

It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.

What are the warnings and precautions for Hemin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of blood clotting disorders, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.