IV orders should state the total dose (units), dose to be administered (units per kilogram per hour) and the volume (mLs per hour) to be infused.If this is necessary, increased vigilance is required and a Clinical Haematology consult is highly recommended. NB Patients that are fluid restricted may require more concentrated UFH solutions than that recommended based on weight. 1000 units in 50 mL (for patients 10 kg and 40 kg).Three concentrations of UFH infusions are used across RCH:.Any patient with a low platelet count or an abnormal APTT or INR should be discussed with a Haematologist prior to starting UFH.Obtain baseline FBE, APTT, INR, Creatinine and renal function.Dose (in units) to be infused per kilogram per hour (eg 20 units/kg/hour).No abbreviation for units will be accepted Total Dose (in units) of UFH in a prepared syringe.Intravenous orders for UFH must state ALL of the following: UFH is compatible with 5% Dextrose and 0.9% NaCl. This guideline applies to the intravenous route only. Outside of Rosella and Koala, the Clinical Haematology Department should be consulted before commencing a UFH infusion Prescribing and administering UFHĪt RCH we only administer UFH by intravenous route. It may be necessary to modify this protocol according to individual patient requirements. The following are guidelines for the commencement and maintenance of Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) infusions, also known as Standard Heparin. These can be accessed from the department’s webpage, or via the links below Unfractionated Heparin (UFH) In addition, the Clinical Haematology department has developed guidelines to support clinician’s management of warfarin and low molecular weight heparin (Clexane).

This page contains Clinical Practice Guidelines for the administration of Standard Heparin infusions, systemic lytic therapy and the management of a blocked central venous access device.

Antidote for warfarin and heparin