Tenecteplase Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Tenecteplase-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 Tenecteplase brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Tenecteplase Pronunciation : ten- EK- te -plase Therapeutic Classification : Thrombolytic EnzymeBrand Names or Trade Names of Tenecteplase
India :
Elaxim.
International :
TNKase
Why is Tenecteplase Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is a tissue plasminogen activator (tPA), prescribed for preventing death from acute myocardial infarction (sudden heart attack). It helps in over production of plasmin in the body to dissolve unwanted blood clots.When should Tenecteplase not be taken? (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in patients with active internal bleeding, stroke, head injury, spinal injury, brain tumor, severe uncontrolled high blood pressure, and hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Tenecteplase?
Adult- IV- Dose is based upon patient’s body weight. The recommended total dose should not exceed 50 mg.How should Tenecteplase be taken?
It comes as a powder for injection (diluted with fluid), to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Tenecteplase?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe liver or kidney disease, high blood pressure, infection, gastrointestinal bleeding, serious injury, blood vessel disorders, and allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Patient may develop with increased risk of internal bleeding, if it is so consult with your doctor.
What are the side effects of Tenecteplase?
Blood - Bleeding episodes such as gastrointestinal bleeding, nose bleed, blood vomiting, and pain at injection site.Heart - Shock, abnormal heart rhythm, lung swelling, heart failure, heart attack, back flow of blood, heart arrest, and electromechanical dissociation.
Miscellaneous - Nausea and/or vomiting, low blood pressure, and fever.