Sulodexide
Uses of Sulodexide
Sulodexide is commonly used to treat Blood Clots
How Sulodexide Works
Sulodexide is a heparinoid comprising of 80% fast-moving heparin and 20% dermatan sulfate which is able to inhibit thrombin production.
Side Effects of Sulodexide
Nausea, Vomiting, Epigastric pain, Heartburn, Allergic reaction
Warnings
Kidney Safe If Prescribed
Sulodexide is safe to be used in patients with kidney impairment.
Alcohol Not Advisable
There is no known interaction between alcohol and Sulodexide when used concomitantly. However, alcohol may accentuate the side effects of Sulodexide such as headache, dizziness or heartburn.
Pregnancy Limited Data
Animal studies do not show reproductive toxicities but there are limited data on the use of Sulodexide in pregnant women. Thus, it is not advisable to be used during pregnancy.
Driving Not advisable
Sulodexide usually does not affect the ability to drive. Do not drive unless you are feeling well.
Liver Limited Data
Caution use has to be practised in patients with liver impairment and bleeding tendency.
Lactation Limited Data
Excretion of Sulodexide is unknown in human milk so the risk on breastfed babies cannot be excluded. It is not advisable to be used during breastfeeding.
Written by Dr Sri Viknarajan, MD (Universiti Hasanuddin, Indonesia)
Reviewed by Dr Nur Syuhada binti Zulkifli, MD, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).
