Lovenox is usually given every day until your bleeding condition improves. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Lovenox is injected under the skin, or as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider may teach you how to properly use the medication by yourself.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Do not use Lovenox if you don't understand all instructions for proper use. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have questions.
Prepare your injection only when you are ready to give it. Do not use if the medicine has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.
You should be sitting or lying down during the injection. Do not inject this medicine into a muscle.
Your care provider will show you where on your body to inject Lovenox. Use a different place each time you give an injection. Do not inject into the same place two times in a row.
You will need frequent medical tests to help your doctor determine how long to treat you with Lovenox.
If you need surgery or dental work, tell your surgeon or dentist you currently use this medicine. You may need to stop for a short time.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Each single-use prefilled syringe is for one use only. Throw it away after one use, even if there is still medicine left inside.
After your first use of an Lovenox vial (bottle), you must use the medicine within 28 days. Throw away the vial after 28 days.
Use a needle and syringe only once and then place them in a puncture-proof "sharps" container. Follow state or local laws about how to dispose of this container. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
 Detailed Lovenox dosage information
What happens if I miss a dose?
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. Overdose may cause excessive bleeding.
