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Description
K-Nat Injection is a fat-soluble vitamin precursor which is used for the prevention and control of bleeding associated with a low blood level of prothrombin or factor VII. It is also used for the treatment of patients with Vitamin K deficiency (too little vitamin K in the body).
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for K-Nat Injection
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for K-Nat Injection
Skin rash
Muscle stiffness
Difficulty in breathing
Dizziness
Chills
Chest pain
Nausea or vomiting
Abdominal pain
Decreased appetite
Headache
Flushing of face
Excessive sweating
Dry mouth
Diarrhea
Tiredness
Injection site pain
Uses of K-Nat Injection
What is it prescribed for?
Hypoprothrombinemia
K-Nat Injection is used for the prevention and control of bleeding associated with a low blood level of prothrombin.
Vitamin K deficiency
K-Nat Injection is used in patients with Vitamin K deficiency (too little vitamin K in the body).
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after assessing the condition and evaluating the risks and benefits associated with the use of this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use if you have a known history of allergy to menadione or vitamin K supplements.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after assessing the condition and evaluating the risks and benefits associated with the use of this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. The risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
Report the use of all medicines including herbs and supplements to the doctor before beginning treatment with this K-Nat Injection.
Liver impairment
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with liver impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function and appropriate dose adjustments may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Severe allergic reactions
Severe allergic reactions or hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylactic shock, low blood pressure, breathing difficulties, urticaria (skin rash), etc. may occur with the use of K-Nat Injection. Appropriate corrective measures or dose adjustments may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Prothrombin time
It is necessary to monitor the prothrombin time regularly in patients receiving therapy with K-Nat Injection.
Missed Dose
Injection: Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Tablet: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Injection: Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Tablet: Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Oral anti-coagulants medicines
Disease interactions
Hepatic and/or biliary impairment
Conditions like liver and/or biliary impairment may alter the desired effects of K-Nat Injection. Appropriate dose adjustments may be necessary for patients with these medical conditions.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Injection: This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Tablet: Take this medicine following all directions mentioned on the label or as prescribed by the doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine helps in the production of clotting factors that are necessary for blood to clot normally in the body.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Hemostatics, Vitamins
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 5 Sep 2019
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