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I was just discharged from the hospital after blood clots in both lungs, what is the heparin iv for?

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Dr. Aaron Milstone answered

Heparin....: Once you are discharged you will be taking low molecular weight heparin (this is given as a shot). There are a number of brands available in the US and overseas. The idea is to provide you with immediate anticoagulation (blood thinner) while you are waiting for the oral blood thinner (warfarin/Coumadin) to have effect. You may be on shots up to 1 week after you are discharged.

Answered 11/30/2014

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Dr. David Fertel answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

To thin you blood: To thin your blood to keep the clots from progressing.

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Answered 3/21/2013

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A member asked:

I was just discharged from the hospital after blood clots in both lungs, what is the heparin iv for?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Aaron Milstone answered

Dr. David Fertel answered

Dr Ali agreed

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