Urokinase WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Urokinase
Urokinase is a prescription drug used to dissolve blood clots that have formed in lung blood vessels.1 Side effects of urokinase include bleeding gums, shortness of breath, and nosebleeds.2 Urokinase is administered in a hospital setting and is best when used after blood clots have first been noticed.
Fast Facts:
- If you experience bleeding while using urokinase, inform your physician immediately.
- Rare side effects include hives, wheezing, and a skin rash.2
- There is a slight chance of miscarriage if used within the first five months of pregnancy.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ First DataBank (via MedicineNet): Urokinase-Injection Consumer Information
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Micromedex (via Mayo Clinic): Urokinase (Intravenous Route) Drug Information
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- Contributor: Kenyotta Elijah
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Last update: Oct. 15, 2009
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- Contributor: Kenyotta Elijah
- Reviewer: Nicole Kinsey
- Supervised by: The OrganizedWisdom Physician Review Team
- Redirects: Urokinise, What is urokinase, Urokinases
- Last update: Jun. 13, 2009
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