Lancashire and South Cumbria
Formulary
 
back
2 Cardiovascular system
02-08-01 Low molecular weight heparins

Refer to local Trust guidance for advice on the prescribing and monitoring of low molecular weight heparins.


Dalteparin
Formulary

Refer to local Trust guidance for advice on the prescribing and monitoring of low molecular weight heparins.

Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available. 


Multiple View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF
Enoxaparin
Formulary

Refer to local Trust guidance for advice on the prescribing and monitoring of low molecular weight heparins.

Due to the differences in injectable device, all enoxaparin prescribing should be by brand name. In addition, due to the availability of biosimilar versions of enoxaparin, MHRA guidance to prescribe by brand name should be followed.
Switching between brands should be as a last resort after full training in the use of the new device has taken place.

Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available.

Multiple View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF
Tinzaparin
Formulary

Refer to local Trust guidance for advice on the prescribing and monitoring of low molecular weight heparins.

Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available


Multiple View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF