Konakion 10 mg/ml (Injection)

10 mg ampoule: ৳ 102.00 (1 x 5: ৳ 510.00)

Medicine Details

Indications

  • Prophylaxis and treatment of haemorrhagic disease in the newborn
  • Haemorrhage or risk of haemorrhage as a result of severe hypoprothrombinemia
  • Prevention and treatment of bleeding due to vitamin K deficiency

Pharmacology

  • Procoagulant factor
  • Involved in the carboxylation of clotting factors
  • Promotes synthesis of coagulation factors by the liver

Dosage & Administration

  • 2 mg orally at or just after birth for Neonates
  • 5-10 mg orally for children over 1 year of age
  • 1 mg by intravenous injection initially for therapy
  • Special dosing for neonates with risk factors
  • Total protection with 3 prophylactic doses

Interaction

  • Antagonises coumarin-type anticoagulants
  • Impairment of action by anticonvulsants

Contraindications

  • Known hypersensitivity to any of its constituents

Side Effects

  • Possible occurrence of anaphylactoid reactions
  • Venous irritation or phlebitis after parenteral use

Precautions & Warnings

  • Careful monitoring of coagulation parameters for patients with severely impaired liver function

Therapeutic Class

  • Vitamin-K Preparations

Storage Conditions

  • Keep below 30°C temperature
  • Away from light and moisture
  • Keep out of the reach of children

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