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Reviparin sodium Uses, Dosage, Side Effects and more

Reviparin sodium is a low molecular weight heparin which seems to have a better safety profile than unfractionated heparin. It is prepared from porcine intestinal mucosa by nitrous acid depolymerization. Reviparin sodium has a molecular weight of 3.9 kDa. It was developed by Abbott laboratories and in 2009, reviparin presented an orphan drug designation by the FDA.

Reviparin sodium is been shown to present significant inhibition of smooth muscle cell migration and proliferation in human cell cultures without affecting endothelial cell growth.

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Trade Name Reviparin sodium
Generic Reviparin
Reviparin Other Names Reviparin sodium
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Groups Approved, Investigational
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Last Updated: January 7, 2025 at 1:49 am
   

Uses

By the FDA, reviparin is indicated for the treatment of deep vein which may lead to pulmonary embolism in pediatric patients. It is also indicated for the long-term treatment of acute deep vein thrombosis with or without pulmonary embolism in pregnant patients.

Reviparin sodium is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Thromboembolism

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