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 | |||
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| 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.
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| Date of TAG recommendation / ratification | 5/1/1999 | |||