Antithrombin
Name: Antithrombin
Contraindications
ATryn: Known hypersensitivity to goat and goat milk proteins
Thrombate III: There are no contraindications listed in manufacturer's labeling.
Dosing Renal Impairment
There are no dosage adjustments provided in the manufacturer’s labeling.
Dietary Considerations
Some products may contain sodium.
Storage
ATryn: Store intact vials at 2°C to 8°C (38°F to 46°F). Do not shake; swirl to mix. Use within 24 hours after reconstitution when stored at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) . Discard any unused portion.
Thrombate III: Store intact vials at temperatures not exceeding 25°C (77°F); avoid freezing. Administer within 3 hours after reconstitution. Do not refrigerate reconstituted product.
For the Consumer
Applies to antithrombin iii: parenteral powder for injection
Side effects include:
Dizziness, chest tightness, nausea, foul taste, chills, cramps, shortness of breath, chest pain, film over eye, lightheadedness, bowel fullness, hives, fever, oozing, hematoma formation.
Antithrombin iii Breastfeeding Warnings
There are no data on the excretion of antithrombin III into human milk.