Ratification Date: 22/07/2025

Next Review Date: 22/07/2027

Low Molecular Weight Heparin – DVT (if suspected out of hours – first dose only)

Drug Name (Brand) Heparin – Low Molecular Weight (LMWH) (Various)
Indication DVT (if suspected out of hours – first dose only)
Traffic Light Classification Green
NICE TA (plus link)  
Further Information:

NICE recommendations, summary of meeting discussions, links to additional supporting docs etc.

 

(Dalteparin, Enoxaparin, Tinzaparin)

 

The TAG recommended that GPs should supply a first dose out-of-hours where investigations for suspected DVT are not available.

 

The patient will be seen the next day in working hours.

Otherwise the consultant/hospital should prescribe.

 

Date of TAG recommendation / ratification 5/1/1999