Bivaflo 250mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines known as an anticoagulant or blood thinner. It helps prevent and treat blood clots. It is used to reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack. It also prevents and treats clot formation in the veins of your legs, lungs, brain, and heart. Bivaflo 250mg Injection is commonly used in patients with irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation) to prevent clot formation. It also reduces the risk of getting clots in people who have undergone knee or hip replacement surgeries. It is given as a drip into a vein by a doctor or a nurse. You can reduce your risk of having a blood clot by making changes to your lifestyle, such as not smoking, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and losing weight if you need to. The most common side effects of this medicine are headache, low platelet level, and fever. It may also make you bleed more easily than normal, for example, having nosebleeds or bruising. You should be extra careful while shaving, cutting nails, or using sharp objects during treatment with this medicine. This medicine may not be suitable for everyone and should be used with caution. Inform your doctor, if you have severe kidney or liver problems. Do not take this medicine if you are currently bleeding or if you are taking other medicines to reduce blood clotting. You should not breastfeed while using this medicine. Unlike other anticoagulants, a regular blood test (PT-INR) is not required while taking this medicine.

• Headache
• Fever
• Bleeding

• Q. Q. Does Bivaflo 250mg Injection affect the liver??
  Ans: Unlike other anticoagulants, Bivaflo 250mg Injection usually does not affect the functioning of the liver. But long-term use of Bivaflo 250mg Injection may increase the chances of mild liver injury in patients with elevated liver enzymes. However, the overall chances of developing any such problem are lower than other anticoagulants. It is advised that you inform your doctor if you have a history of liver disease before starting this medicine.
• Q. Q. Can I drink alcohol with Bivaflo 250mg Injection??
  Ans: Taking alcohol while taking Bivaflo 250mg Injection can increase the blood-thinning effect of this medicine, thereby increasing the chance of bleeding. Regular intake of alcohol can lead to a gastric ulcer which might again cause bleeding. So, it is better to avoid alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Do consult your doctor if any such episode of bleeding occurs.
• Q. Q. How should I store Bivaflo 250mg Injection??
  Ans: Bivaflo 250mg Injection should be stored at room temperature between 20º-25º C (68º-77°F) in the original carton it came in. Do not freeze. Store the medicine at a dry place and protect the medicine from moisture and light.
• Q. Q. When will I feel better after taking Bivaflo 250mg Injection??
  Ans: Bivaflo 250mg Injection reduces your risk of developing blood clots in the blood vessels of your leg, lungs, heart and brain. You may not feel any difference after taking Bivaflo 250mg Injection. However, keep taking this medicine as prescribed by your doctor because you will still be getting its full benefits.
• Q. Q. Who should not take Bivaflo 250mg Injection??
  Ans: People experiencing any unusual bleeding or people allergic to Bivaflo 250mg Injection should not take it. Bivaflo 250mg Injection should also be avoided by people with artificial (prosthetic) heart valves. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have ever had or plan to have a valve in your heart replaced. Also, the use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Bivaflo 250mg Injection increase the risk of bleeding??
  Ans: Yes, Bivaflo 250mg Injection may increase the risk of bleeding. Always be careful while doing activities that may cause an injury or bleeding. Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any abnormal bruising or bleeding.
• Q. Q. Can Bivaflo 250mg Injection cause hair loss??
  Ans: No, Bivaflo 250mg Injection does not usually cause hair loss. However, there do exist some rare reports of hair loss associated with Bivaflo 250mg Injection. Consult your doctor if you face hair loss while taking Bivaflo 250mg Injection to rule out any other causes of hair loss.

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