Fondaparinux Sodium and Histex I/E

• Generic Name: fondaparinux
• Dosage Forms: injection, solution
• Other Brand Names: Arixtra, Arixtra 5 mg/dose, Arixtra 75 mg/dose, Arixtra 10 mg/dose

Fondaparinux blocks the activity of certain clotting substances in the blood.

Fondaparinux is used to prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery.

Fondaparinux is also used together with warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven) to treat DVT, including pulmonary embolism.

Fondaparinux may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: carbinoxamine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Arbinoxa, Karbinal ER, Ryvent, Histex PD, Histex CT, Carbinoxamine PD, Pediox, Histex I/E, Pediatex, Palgic, Histex Pd 12, Carboxine, Cordron NR, Pediatex 12, Mintex PD, Histex PD

Carbinoxamine is used to treat symptoms of seasonal (short-term) or perennial (long-term) allergies, such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, or wheezing. It is also used to treat symptoms of allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis caused by inhaled allergens and foods, or allergic skin reactions. This medicine is an antihistamine.

Carbinoxamine is used with epinephrine to treat severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis). It is also used to treat allergic reactions to blood or plasma.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.