Bivalirudin (By injection)

There may be other brand names for this medicine.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to bivalirudin, or if you have any active bleeding.

Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Some medicines can affect how bivalirudin works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:
- A blood thinner, such as heparin or warfarin
- Medicine to dissolve blood clots, such as streptokinase, urokinase, alteplase, or reteplase

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you have a kidney problem, a bleeding disorder such as hemophilia, or you bruise easily. Tell your doctor if you are receiving brachytherapy.
This medicine may make you bleed and bruise more easily. Be extra careful to prevent injuries, bruises, and cuts until the effects of the medicine have worn off.
Check for any bleeding from open areas, such as around the injection site. Also check for blood in your urine or stool. Tell your doctor right away if you have any bleeding or injuries.
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Bloody or black, tarry stools
Chest pain
Decrease in how much or how often you urinate
Lightheadedness or fainting
Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, bleeding, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
Red or dark brown urine
Slow heartbeat
Sudden or severe headache, problems with vision, speech, or walking
Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness

Last Updated: 1/27/2017