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Defencath

Taurolidine / Heparin
Defencath
Physician-administered

How to get this medication

Defencath is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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About Defencath

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TAUROLIDINE; HEPARIN prevents infections caused by bacteria and other germs that may grow on your catheter. A catheter is a tube that is placed into a large vein to draw blood or give fluids and medications.

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Bacterial Infection

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