Which of the following are low molecular- weight heparin?
- A. Tinzaparin
- B. Enoxaparin
- C. Dalteparin
- D. B and C
- E. A.B and C.
The correct answer is (E) A, B, and C.
Tinzaparin, enoxaparin, and dalteparin are all low molecular weight heparins (LMWHs). LMWHs are a class of anticoagulant medications that are used to prevent and treat blood clots. They are derived from heparin, a naturally occurring anticoagulant, but they have a lower molecular weight than heparin and a longer half-life. This makes them more convenient to use and less likely to cause bleeding complications than heparin.
LMWHs are commonly used to prevent blood clots in people who are at high risk, such as those who have had surgery, have cancer, or are bedridden. They are also used to treat deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), which are two types of blood clots.
Here is a table summarizing the three LMWHs:
|
LMWH |
Brand
name(s) |
|
Tinzaparin |
Orinase |
|
Enoxaparin |
Lovenox |
|
Dalteparin |
Fragmin |
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