Anticoagulants are prescribed to treat and or prevent coagulation/clotting disorders.Infusions may be continuous or intermittent based on patients clinical condition.

• Venous access device dependant upon frequency and duration of infusion. Durations of longer than 1 week should have short-term venous access device placed.
• Administered via IV push, by infusion pump or by subcutaneous injection.
• Labs are typically ordered frequently depending on method of administration to monitor patients response to therapy.
• Typically not first dosed in the home. Please consult a Chartwell Pharmacist.

 

 

Indications/Candidates

• Deep Vein Thrombosis
• Pulmonary Embolism
• Coagulation Disorders