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
The side effects from [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] that you experience will depend on how you receive the medication (through the vein or under the skin) and the dose.
- Anemia (low red blood cells; 5%)
- Bleeding (4%)
- Fever (4%)
- Swelling in arms or legs (2-4%)
- Bruising (3%)
- Nausea (2%)
- Blood in urine (2%)
Heparin Sodium serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe bleeding: feeling faint, lightheadedness, dizziness, vomiting blood, bloody or dark-colored stools, severe stomach pain or discomfort
- Heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT) or heparin-induced thrombocytopenia with thrombosis (HITT): skin changes or bruising, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, trouble speaking, numbness on one side of your body, vision problems
- Serious allergic reaction: rash; trouble breathing; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; vomiting; chills; fever
- Blood clots due to stopping Heparin Sodium too soon: leg or arm (e.g., swelling or redness in arms or legs, skin that's warm to touch); lungs (e.g., trouble breathing, chest pain, cough, irregular heartbeat)
Source: DailyMed
The following Heparin Sodium 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Abdominal or stomach pain or swelling
back pain or backaches
bleeding from the gums when brushing teeth
blood in the urine
coughing up blood
dizziness
headaches, severe or continuing
heavy bleeding or oozing from cuts or wounds
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
menstrual bleeding, unexpected or unusually heavy
unexplained bruising or purplish areas on the skin
unexplained nosebleeds
vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
Rare
Blood under the skin (blood blister) at the place of injection
chills or fever
fast or irregular breathing
irritation, pain, redness, or ulcers at the place of injection
itching and burning feeling, especially on the bottom of the feet
nausea or vomiting
numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
pain, coldness, or blue color of the skin on the arms or legs
peeling of the skin
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes
shortness of breath
skin color change, especially near the place of injection or in the fingers, toes, arms, or legs
tearing of the eyes
tightness in the chest
trouble with breathing
After you stop using this medicine, it may still produce some side effects that need attention. During this period of time, check with your doctor immediately if you notice the following side effects:
Black, tarry stools
bleeding gums
blood in the urine or stools
pain in the chest, groin, or legs, especially calves of legs
pinpoint red spots on the skin
severe headaches of sudden onset
sudden loss of coordination
sudden shortness of breath for no apparent reason
sudden slurred speech
sudden vision changes
unusual bleeding or bruising
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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