KENADION VIT-K1 10MG INJECTION

Introduction:

Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection is a man-made vitamin called Vitamin K1. It is prescribed for babies who do not have sufficient Vitamin K in their bodies. Vitamin K is supplied in diet as Vitamin K1 and Vitamin K2. Vitamin K2 is also made by bacteria in the intestine. 

In certain diseases like obstructive jaundice, dietary vitamin K is not well absorbed and hence there is a need for Vitamin K injection before surgery. Lack of vitamin K in body leads to bleeding, which is a serious, but rare condition. This condition occurs due to fault in formation of factors II, VII, IX and X by the liver. 

Uses of Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection:

• Prevention and treatment of bleeding caused due to deficiency of Vitamin K.
• Treatment for babies and children who have been prescribed with too many blood thinning medications (Anti-coagulants)
• Hypoprothrombinemia caused due to diseases (obstructive jaundice, biliary fistula, ulcerative colitis, celiac disease or cystic fibrosis) or administration of certain drugs (antibacterial, salicylates etc)

How Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection Works:

Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection has the same activity as that of naturally occurring Vitamin K. It helps the body to produce blood clotting factors to stop bleeding.

Interaction with other drugs:

Inform your doctor if your child has recently taken any other medicines, including herbal medicines.

More Information:

Store the ampoules in the original packaging to protect from light, at a temperature below 25˚C. Keep the ampoules away from the sight and reach of children. 

References:

1. Neon Healthcare Limited, Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC), [Revised on Oct 2020] [Accessed on 5th May 2021],  https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.9754.pdf
2. Valdepharm, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on May 2018] [Accessed on 5th May 2021],  https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2018/012223s042lbl.pdf
3. P. Hanlon, M. Byers, J.P.H. Wilding and H.M. Macdonald, Environmental and nutritional factors in disease, Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22nd Edition, 2014, 97-132.

How to use Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection:

Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection shall be given through vein, muscle or mouth. The dosing will be decided by the physician based on your child’s needs.     

Safety Advice: 

Allergies:

Inform the physician right away if your baby has allergic reactions to Kenadion Vit K1 10mg Injection or its ingredients.

Others:

• Inform the physician if your child has problems related to flow of bile.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Allergic reactions, characterized by swelling of your child’s throat, face, lips and mouth; difficulty breathing and swallowing.

Common:

• Reactions at the site of injection
• High bilirubin levels
• Dizziness
• Flushing
• Low BP and heart rate