Defibrotide and Bleeding
Result of checking the interaction of drug Defibrotide and disease Bleeding for safety when used together.
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.
Consumer:The use of defibrotide may increase the risk of bleeding in patients with hepatic veno-occlusive disease after hematopoietic stem-cell transplantation. Discontinue anticoagulants and fibrinolytic agents prior to defibrotide treatment, and consider delaying the start of defibrotide administration until the effects of the anticoagulant have subsided. It is recommended to withhold therapy with defibrotide in patients with active bleeding and to monitor patients for signs of bleeding. Discontinue treatment with defibrotide in patients that develop bleeding and treat the underlying cause, and provide supportive care until the bleeding has stopped.
Generic Name: defibrotide
Brand Name: Defitelio
Synonyms: Defibrotide Sodium