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Fondaparinux — Description, Dosage, Side Effects | PillsCard
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Fondaparinux
INN: fondaparinux sodium
Data updated: 2026-05-02
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About This Product
Manufacturer
Glaxo Group Ltd.
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ATC Code
B01AX05
Source
EMA · EMEA/H/C/000404
EUEMA:by INNUSDailyMed:Fondaparinux
B01AX05(WHO)
AU:S4(Prescription only)UK:POM(Prescription only)US:℞-onlyEU:Rx-only
104993-28-4Ydecasodium salt:114870-03-0Y
636380
DB00569Y
552174Y
J177FOW5JLdecasodium salt:X0Q6N9USOZY
ChEMBL1201202N
DTXSID10146903
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Fondaparinux(trade nameArixtra) is ananticoagulantmedication chemically related tolow molecular weight heparins. It is marketed byViatris. A generic version developed by Alchemia is marketed within the US byDr. Reddy's Laboratories.
⚠️ Warnings
•It may reduce platelet counts, avoid unusual bruising or bleeding.
Monitor complete blood count, liver and kidney function regularly.
• Caution needed for elderly patients, children, and pregnant women.
• Patients on fondaparinux undergoing spinal procedures are at a higher risk for blood clots in the spine. Caution is needed in these patients.