Tinzaparin is a low molecular weight heparin (LMWH), it is an anticoagulant that halts the formation of thrombi. It binds to antithrombin III forming a complex that speeds up the inhibition of factor Xa. This stops the generation of thrombin and the coagulation cascade, it is administered via subcutaneous injection. Through the liver, it is metabolized through sulfation and polymerization and is eliminated through the kidneys. There is some risk of osteoporosis with increasing duration of use, bleeding, alopecia, and heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT). It can interact with herbs and supplements, so avoid those with anticoagulants and antiplatelet activity such as garlic, ginger, bilberry, danshen, piracetam and ginkgo bilba.

Tinzaparin Pathway References