Label: information for the user
Hepaxane 2,000 UI (20 mg)/0.2 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 4,000 UI (40 mg)/0.4 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 6,000 UI (60 mg)/0.6 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 8,000 UI (80 mg)/0.8 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 10,000 UI (100 mg)/1 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 12,000 UI (120 mg)/0.8 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Hepaxane 15,000 UI (150 mg)/1 mL injectable solution in preloaded syringe
Enoxaparin sodium
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring, which will expedite the detection of new information about its safety. You can contribute by reporting any adverse effects you may experience. The final part of section 4 includes information on how to report these adverse effects.
Read this label carefully before starting to use this medicine, as it contains important information for you.
Hepaxane contains an active ingredient called enoxaparin sodium, which is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH).
Hepaxane acts in two ways:
Hepaxane may be used for:
Do not use Hepaxane
Warnings and precautions
Hepaxane should not be exchanged with other medications that belong to the group of low molecular weight heparins. This is because they are not exactly the same and do not have the same activity or instructions for use.
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before starting to use Hepaxane if:
You may need to have a blood test before starting to use this medication and while you are using it to check the level of platelets and potassium levels in your blood.
Other medications and Hepaxane
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have used recently, or may need to use any other medication.
Surgical procedures and anesthesia
If you are to undergo a lumbar puncture or undergo a surgical procedure where spinal or epidural anesthesia will be used, inform your doctor that you are using Hepaxane (see “Do not use Hepaxane”). Also inform your doctor if you have any problems with your spine or if you have undergone spinal surgery.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you think you may be pregnant or intend to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.
If you are pregnant and have a mechanical heart valve, you may be at higher risk of developing blood clots. Your doctor will discuss this with you.
Driving and operating machinery
Hepaxane does not affect the ability to drive and operate machinery.
Hepaxane contains sodium
This medication contains less than 1 mmol of sodium (23 mg) per dose, which is essentially “sodium-free”.
It is recommended that the healthcare professional note the commercial name and batch number of the medication you are using.
Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medication indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.
Medication use
Do not administer Hepaxane intramuscularly.
How much will be administered
Hepaxane can be used in two different types of heart attacks, called STEMI (ST-elevation myocardial infarction) or non-STEMI (NSTEMI). The amount of Hepaxane you should receive will depend on your age and the type of heart attack you had.
Non-STEMI heart attack:
STEMI heart attack, if you are under 75 years old:
STEMI heart attack, if you are 75 years old or older:
If you are to undergo a percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI):
Depending on when you were last administered a Hepaxane injection, your doctor may decide to administer an additional dose of Hepaxane before the PCI procedure. This will be administered intravenously.
Administration form
The pre-filled syringe is prepared for immediate use.
This medication should not be administered intramuscularly.
Injection through the arterial line of the extracorporeal circuit
To prevent blood clot formation in the dialysis tubing, this medication will be injected into the tube that comes out of the body (arterial line).
Intravenous injection technique [only for STEMI heart attack indication]
In the treatment of STEMI heart attack, treatment should begin with a single rapid intravenous injection, followed immediately by a subcutaneous injection.
Subcutaneous injection technique (injection under the skin)
This medication is usually administered by subcutaneous injection.
The injection is best performed by subcutaneous injection while the patient is lying down. The injection site should be alternated between the anterolateral and posterolateral walls, alternating between the left and right sides of the abdomen. The skin should be pinched between the thumb and index finger, and the needle should be inserted vertically. The skin should not be released until the injection is complete.
Do not massage the injection site after administration.
Do not attempt to remove the air bubble from the pre-filled syringe before injection, as this may result in a reduced dose being administered.
The pre-filled syringe is for single use only.
Do not use this medication if you notice any alteration in the appearance of the solution.
How to administer Hepaxane yourself
If you are able to administer Hepaxane yourself, your doctor or nurse will teach you how to do it. Do not attempt to inject yourself if you have not been trained to do so. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or nurse immediately.
Before injecting Hepaxane yourself
The pre-filled syringe is for single use only and has a system that covers the needle after use.
Instructions for injecting Hepaxane yourself
You should lie down and administer Hepaxane by subcutaneous injection. Choose a site on the right or left side of your stomach. It should be more than 5 cm from the navel and towards the sides.
The pre-filled syringes of Hepaxane are for single use only and may or may not have a safety system that covers the needle after use.
Remove the pre-filled syringe from the packaging by pulling the arrow as indicated on the packaging. Do not remove the syringe by pulling the plunger, as this may damage it.
4)For pre-filled syringes equipped with a needle protection system. After completing the injection, hold the syringe cylinder firmly with one hand. With the other hand, hold the base of the cylinder (with wings) and pull until you hear a click. Now the needle is completely covered and protected. The safety system comes with a closure that allows you to unlock and lock the safety system.
Dispose of the syringe immediately in the appropriate container.
4b)For pre-filled syringes that are not equipped with a needle protection system
Dispose of the syringe immediately in the appropriate container.
Change of anticoagulant treatment
Your doctor will request a blood test to determine a parameter called INR and tell you when to stop taking Hepaxane.
Stop using the vitamin K antagonist. Your doctor will request a blood test to determine the INR parameter and tell you when to start taking Hepaxane.
Stop using Hepaxane. Start taking the oral direct anticoagulant 0-2 hours before the next scheduled injection, and then continue as usual.
Stop taking the oral direct anticoagulant. Do not start taking Hepaxane until 12 hours after the last dose of the oral direct anticoagulant.
Use in children and adolescents
The safety and efficacy of Hepaxane have not been evaluated in children or adolescents.
If you use more Hepaxane than you should
If you think you have used too much or too little Hepaxane, inform your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist immediately, even if you do not show any signs of a problem. If a child accidentally injects or swallows Hepaxane, take them immediately to the emergency department of a hospital.
You can also contact the Toxicology Information Service, phone 915620420, indicating the medication and the amount used.
If you forget to use Hepaxane
If you forget to administer a dose, do it as soon as you remember. Do not use a double dose on the same day to compensate for the missed doses. To ensure that you do not forget any doses, you may find it helpful to use a calendar.
If you interrupt treatment with Hepaxane
If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. It is essential that you continue to receive Hepaxane until your doctor decides to stop treatment. If you stop using it, a blood clot may form, which can be very dangerous.
Like all medicines, this medicine may cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.
Severe side effects
Stop taking Hepaxane and immediately inform your doctor or nurse if you experience any signs of severe allergic reaction (such as difficulty breathing, swelling of lips, mouth, throat, or eyes).
Stop takingHepaxaneand immediately inform your doctor or nurse if you experience any of the following symptoms:
Like other similar medicines (blood-thinning medicines), Hepaxane may cause bleeding that could potentially put your life at risk. In some cases, the bleeding may not be apparent.
Contact your doctor immediately if:
Your doctor may decide to keep you under close observation or change your medication.
You must inform your doctor immediately.
Your doctor may request a blood test to check your platelet count.
Other possible side effects:
Very common(may affect more than 1 in 10 people)
Common(may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
Uncommon(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
Rare(may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people)
Reporting side effects
If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse, even if it is a possible side effect that does not appear in this leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish System for Pharmacovigilance of Medicines for Human Use:https://www.notificaram.es.By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medication after the expiration date that appears on the packaging after “EXP”. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.
Do not use this medication if you observe visible changes in the appearance of the solution.
Do not freeze.
Hepaxane pre-filled syringes are for single use only. Dispose of unused medication.
Medications should not be thrown down the drain or in the trash. Deposit empty packaging and unused medications at the SIGRE collection point at the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of empty packaging and unused medications. By doing so, you will help protect the environment.
Appearance of the product and contents of the package
Hepaxane is a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution in a type I glass pre-filled syringe equipped with a needle and needle protector. The syringe may or may not be equipped with a system that protects the needle after injection.
Boxes containing 2, 6, and 10 pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 12 (2 boxes of 6), 20 (2 boxes of 10), 24 (4 boxes of 6), 30 (3 boxes of 10), 50 (5 boxes of 10), and 90 (9 boxes of 10) pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2, 6, and 10 pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 12 (2 boxes of 6), 20 (2 boxes of 10), 24 (4 boxes of 6), 30 (3 boxes of 10), 50 (5 boxes of 10), and 90 (9 boxes of 10) pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2, 6, and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 12 (2 boxes of 6), 20 (2 boxes of 10), 24 (4 boxes of 6), 30 (3 boxes of 10), 50 (5 boxes of 10), and 90 (9 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2, 6, and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 12 (2 boxes of 6), 20 (2 boxes of 10), 24 (4 boxes of 6), 30 (3 boxes of 10), 50 (5 boxes of 10), and 90 (9 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2, 6, and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 12 (2 boxes of 6), 20 (2 boxes of 10), 24 (4 boxes of 6), 30 (3 boxes of 10), 50 (5 boxes of 10), and 90 (9 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) and 50 (5 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) and 50 (5 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2 and 10 pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2 and 10 pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2 and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2 and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 2 and 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
Boxes containing 10 graduated pre-filled syringes and multiple packs containing 30 (3 boxes of 10) graduated pre-filled syringes.
The graduated syringes of 6,000 UI (60 mg)/0.6 mL, 8,000 UI (80 mg)/0.8 mL, 10,000 UI (100 mg)/1 mL, 12,000 UI (120 mg)/0.8 mL, and 15,000 UI (150 mg)/1 mL are graduated.
Only some package sizes may be marketed.
Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer responsible
Marketing authorization holder
Chemi S.p.A
Via dei Lavoratori 54,
20092 Cinisello Balsamo, Milan
Italy
Manufacturer responsible
Italfarmaco S.p.A
Viale Fulvio Testi 330
20126 Milan
Italy
or
EUROFINS BIOLAB S.R.L.
Via Bruno Buozzi, 2 - Vimodrone - 20090 - Italy
You can request more information about this medicine by contacting the local representative of the marketing authorization holder:
ITALFARMACO S.A.
C/ San Rafael 3,
28108 Alcobendas
Madrid
Spain
This medicine is authorized in the member states of the European Economic Area with the following names:
Belgium:Ghemaxan
Germany:Hepaxane
Denmark:Ghemaxan
Greece:Havetra
Spain:Hepaxane
Finland:Ghemaxan
Italy:Ghemaxan
Netherlands:Ghemaxan
Norway:Ghemaxan
Austria:Ghemaxan
France:Ghemaxan
Ireland:Ghemaxan
Sweden:Ghemaxan
Portugal:Hepaxane
Hungary:Hepaxane
Romania:Hepaxane
Slovakia:Ghemaxan
Last review date of this leaflet: January 2023
Other sources of information
The detailed information about this medicine is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Medical Devices (AEMPS)http://www.aemps.gob.es.
You can access detailed and updated information on how to administer this medicine by scanning the QR code included in the leaflet and packaging with your mobile phone (smartphone). You can also access the same information on the following internet addresses
Hepaxane 2,000 UI (20 mg)/0.2 mL | Hepaxane 4,000 UI (40 mg)/0.4 mL |
Hepaxane 6,000 UI (60 mg)/0.6mL | Hepaxane 8,000 UI (80 mg)/0.8mL |
Hepaxane 10,000 UI (100 mg)/1 mL | Hepaxane 12,000 UI (120 mg)/0.8 mL |
Hepaxane 15,000 UI (150 mg)/1 mL |
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