The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Any bleeding (14%)
- Major bleeding (6%)
Fragmin serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious bleeding (hematoma) around the spinal cord after an epidural or spinal tap, which can cause paralysis (can't move or feel anything)
- Low platelets
Source: FDA
The following Fragmin side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Bleeding of the gums
coughing up blood
difficulty with breathing or swallowing
dizziness
headache
increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding
paralysis
prolonged bleeding from cuts
red or black, tarry stools
red or dark brown urine
severe stomach pain
unexplained pain, swelling, or discomfort, especially in the chest, abdomen or stomach, joints, or muscles
unusual bleeding or bruising
vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
weakness
Rare
Back pain
bleeding from mucous membranes
bluish or black discoloration, flushing, or redness of the skin
burning, pricking, tickling, or tingling sensation
feeling faint
leg weakness
numbness
problems with bowel or bladder function
skin rash (which may consist of pinpoint, purple-red spots), hives, or itching
sloughing of the skin at the injection site
swelling of the eyelids, face, or lips
tightness in the chest
Incidence not known
Blue-green to black skin discoloration
decrease in height
pain in the ribs, arms, or legs
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Incidence not known
Hair loss or thinning of hair
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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