Fondaparinux Sodium and Nortriptyline Solution

• 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: nortriptyline
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Pamelor, Aventyl HCl, Aventyl

• It is used to treat low mood (depression).
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.