Lancashire and South Cumbria
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02-08-01 Low molecular weight heparins

Dalteparin
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Refer to local guidance

Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available. 

Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins
Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins (LMWHs) Summary Prescribing Guide

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Enoxaparin
Formulary

Refer to local guidance

Due to the differences in injectable device, all enoxaparin prescribing should be by brand name.
Switching between brands should be as a last resort after full training in the use of the new device has taken place.
Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available.

Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins
Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins (LMWHs) Summary Prescribing Guide

Multiple View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF
Tinzaparin
Formulary

Refer to local guidance

Care when prescribing/selecting strength of syringes - Different strengths available

Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins
Link  LSCMMG: Low Molecular Weight Heparins (LMWHs) Summary Prescribing Guide

Multiple View adult BNF  View SPC online  View childrens BNF