Streptokinase

Interactions

Streptokinase interacts in the following cases:

Interaction

Ticlopidine

Pregnancy

Streptokinase is contraindicated in pregnancy. There is no evidence of the drug’s safety in pregnancy, nor is there evidence from animal work that it is free from hazard. Bleeding and anaphylactic reactions might cause abortion and foetal death, especially when streptokinase is given within the first 18 weeks of pregnancy. Use only when there is no safer alternative.

Nursing mothers

It is unknown whether streptokinase is excreted in human milk. Breast milk should be discarded during the first 24 hours following thrombolytic therapy.

Effects on ability to drive and use machines

Not relevant.

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