Cathlyse 18mg Injection is a medicine that dissolves clots that have formed in blood vessels. It is used to treat a heart attack. It is known as a thrombolytic or “clot-busting” drug. This medicine restores the blood flow to the affected tissue, thereby preventing tissue death. Cathlyse 18mg Injection is an injectable drug, given directly into a vein and it is given by a doctor as soon as possible after the first signs of a heart attack. Your breathing, blood pressure, oxygen levels, and other vital signs will be watched closely. You may be given another medicine to stop blood clotting at the same time or after the treatment. This medicine may increase your risk of bleeding, so it is better to be careful while shaving, cutting nails, or using sharp objects. Treatment with this drug can also cause nausea, vomiting, decreased blood pressure, and injection site bleeding. This drug needs to be administered with care by an expert and is not suitable for everyone. There is a long list of situations where you will not be given Cathlyse 18mg Injection including if you have had a head injury or surgery on your brain or spinal cord and any current bleeding anywhere in your body. Your healthcare team will need to know a lot about your medical history before giving you this medicine.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Decreased blood pressure
• Injection site bleeding

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• Q. Q. How is Cathlyse 18mg Injection administered??
  Ans: Cathlyse 18mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Cathlyse 18mg Injection.
• Q. Q. Is Cathlyse 18mg Injection safe??
  Ans: Cathlyse 18mg Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Cathlyse 18mg Injection increase the risk of bleeding??
  Ans: Yes, Cathlyse 18mg Injection can 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. What medicines should I avoid while taking Cathlyse 18mg Injection??
  Ans: Cathlyse 18mg Injection can interact with several medicines. If you are already taking Cathlyse 18mg Injection, do not take any other medicine without talking to your doctor.
• Q. Q. When will I feel better after taking Cathlyse 18mg Injection??
  Ans: Cathlyse 18mg 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 Cathlyse 18mg Injection. This does not mean that the medicine is not working, therefore keep taking this medicine as prescribed.

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