UROKINASE (Intravenous route) - yoor-oh-KIN-ace.(Drug overview)

Brand names in the United States --

* Abbokinase

Dosage forms --

* Powder for Solution

Therapeutic classification: Thrombolytic

Pharmacologic classification: Tissue Plasminogen Activator

DESCRIPTION OF USE

Urokinase is used to dissolve blood clots that have formed in the lungs (pulmonary embolism) .

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription .

BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE

In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:

Allergies --

Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.

Children --

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