Cathflo activase instructions "886"

Easy-to-read patient leaflet for Cathflo Activase. Includes indications, proper use, special instructions, precautions, and possible side effects. Use Cathflo Activase (alteplase (catheter clearance)) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Declotting with CathFlo Vascular Access. Loading Unsubscribe from Vascular Access? Activase t PA MOA Mechanism of Action Activase® Alteplase - Duration: 2:49. Action: Alteplase is an enzyme that has the property of fibrin-enhanced conversion of plasminogen to plasmin. Alteplase binds to fibrin in a thrombus and converts the entrapped plasminogen to plasmin, thereby initiating local fibrinolysis. Procedure Point of Emphasis Instructions for Administration Cathflo Activase contains no antibacterial When Cathflo Activase is administered for restoration of function to central venous access devices according to the instructions in DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION, circulating plasma levels of Alteplase are not expected to reach pharmacologic concentrations. cathflo protocol for declotting vascular access devices authorization route 02-201-0303 authorization hereby is given to dispense the generic of chemical equivalents (under the formulary system) unless the product is circled. date general orderstime 1. 2mg/2ml cathflo activase - reconstitute per manufacturers instructions 2. Drug Information Table Thrombolytics - alteplase (Activase, Cathflo Activase) Therapeutic Use Administration • Acute myocardial infarction • Deep-vein thrombosis • Massive pulmonary emboli • Ischemic cerebrovascular accidents • Reestablishing patency of occluded central IV catheters • Administer via IV infusion. If catheter function is not restored at 120 minutes after 1 dose of Cathflo Activase, a second dose may be instilled (see INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADMINISTRATION). There is no efficacy or safety information on dosing in excess of 2 mg per dose for this indication. 2. Withdraw 2 ml, or the prescribed amount, of Cathflo® solution fr