Heparin Class
Anticoagulant

Heparin MOA
Direct inhibitor of thrombin

Heparin Indication
ACS
Pulmonary edema

Heparin Contraindications
Should not be used unless medically necessary
Active bleeding
Recent trauma
Known hypersensitivity to drug/beef/pork

Heparin Adverse
Confusion
Edema
Fever
Bruising
Bleeding complications

Heparin Dosage
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Adult: Loading - 60units/kg IV(max 4,000units)
Maintenance - 12units/kg/hr(max 1,000units/hr)

Peds: 50units/kg followed by infusion
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