What is Konakion mm used for?

KONAKION MM Paediatric contains the active ingredient phytomenadione. KONAKION MM Paediatric is used to treat blood clotting problems. KONAKION MM Paediatric belongs to a group of medicines called Vitamin K. Vitamin K is used to prevent and treat Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB).

How do you administer Konakion?

How to use Konakion Solution. This medication is given by injection under the skin or into a muscle or vein as directed by your doctor. If this medication is given into a vein, it should be injected very slowly (no more than 1 milligram per minute) to reduce the risk of serious side effects. (See also Warning section.)

What are the side effects of vitamin K?

Side Effects

• Decreased appetite.
• decreased movement or activity.
• difficulty in breathing.
• enlarged liver.
• general body swelling.
• muscle stiffness.
• paleness.
• yellow eyes or skin.

Can Konakion mm be given orally?

Konakion MM Paediatric/Phytomenadione 2 mg/0.2 ml must be administered by intravenous injection when used as an antidote to anticoagulant drugs of the coumarin type, as intramuscular injections may result in significant bleeding in these patients.

When should you not take vitamin K?

You should not use vitamin K supplements unless your health care provider tells you to. People using Coumadin for heart problems, clotting disorders, or other conditions may need to watch their diets closely to control the amount of vitamin K they take in.

Can you drink injectable vitamin K?

Previous studies have shown that intravenous vitamin K is well tolerated when administered orally and works quickly to correct supratherapeutic INRs. Injectable vitamin K can be given orally using the undiluted injectable formulation or compounded into an oral solution.

Does vitamin K clear arteries?

MONDAY, April 2 (HealthDay News) — Animals given high levels of vitamin K showed a 37 percent reduction in calcium buildup in their arteries, a new study finds. Arterial calcification is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease, researchers noted.

What happens to your body if you have too much vitamin K?

A sudden change in the amount of vitamin K you get can cause dangerous bleeding (if you consume less) or blood clots (if you consume more).

Where do you inject vitamin K?

Vitamin K is usually given as a single injection in your baby’s leg muscle shortly after birth. If you prefer that your baby does not get an injection, they can have liquid vitamin K drops into their mouth.

What is Konakion mm paediatric?

KONAKION MM Paediatric is used to treat blood clotting problems. KONAKION MM Paediatric belongs to a group of medicines called Vitamin K. Vitamin K is used to prevent and treat Vitamin K Deficiency Bleeding (VKDB). This is when the newborn or older babies bleed excessively as the blood clotting system is not fully developed.

What are the limitations of parenteral administration of Konakion mm paediatric/phytomenadione?

Parenteral administration to premature babies weighing less than 2.5 kg may increase the risk for the development of kernicterus (bilirubin encephalopathy). Infants with cholestatic disease must receive Konakion MM Paediatric/ Phytomenadione 2 mg/0.2 ml by intramuscular or intravenous injection since oral absorption is impaired in these patients.

Can I use Konakion mm paediatric after the expiry date?

Your baby has had an allergic reaction to KONAKION MM Paediatric, any other type of Vitamin K or any ingredients listed at the end of this leaflet. The ampoule is damaged or shows signs of tampering. The expiry date (EXP) printed on the pack has passed. If you use this medicine after the expiry date has passed it may not work as well.

How is Konakion mm ampoules 10mg/ml administered?

For use as an antidote to anticoagulant drugs of the coumarin type in adolescents and adults, refer to Konakion MM Ampoules 10mg/ml. – 1 mg administered by intramuscular injection at birth or soon after birth – 2 mg orally at birth or soon after birth. The oral dose should be followed by a further dose of 2 mg at 4-7 days of age.