Retavase
Generic name: Reteplase
Drug class:
Thrombolytics
Usage of Retavase
Retavase is a thrombolytic (THROM-bo-LIT-ik) drug, sometimes called a "clot-busting" drug. It helps your body produce a substance that dissolves unwanted blood clots.
Retavase is used to improve heart function and prevent congestive heart failure or death in people who have had a heart attack (acute myocardial infarction).
Retavase may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Retavase side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, rash, itching, skin redness; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Retavase increases your risk of bleeding, which can be severe or life-threatening. Call your doctor or seek emergency medical attention if you have bleeding that will not stop. Bleeding may occur from a surgical incision, or from the skin where a needle was inserted during a blood test or while receiving injectable medication. You may also have bleeding on the inside of your body, such as in your stomach or intestines, kidneys or bladder, brain, or within the muscles.
Call your doctor at once if you have signs of bleeding inside your body, such as:
Also call your doctor at once if you have:
Common side effects may include nausea.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Before taking Retavase
You should not be treated with Retavase if you are allergic to it, or if you have:
If possible before you receive Retavase, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
In an emergency, you may not be able to tell caregivers about your health conditions. Make sure any doctor caring for you afterward knows you received Retavase.
If possible before you receive Retavase, tell your caregivers if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Make sure any doctor caring for your pregnancy or your baby knows you received this medicine.
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How to use Retavase
Retavase is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider will give you this injection.
Retavase is usually given in two injections 30 minutes apart.
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Retavase.
Warnings
If possible before you receive Retavase, tell your doctor if you have a brain tumor or aneurysm, high blood pressure, hemophilia or other bleeding disorder, a history of stroke, or if you have recently had a head injury or surgery on your brain or spinal cord.
What other drugs will affect Retavase
Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:
This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect Retavase, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.
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