Anticoagulation Guidelines – Unfractionated Heparin Infusion

Ref/ID: DP004 V1.1

This guideline is for use by all staff who prescribe, supply, administer and monitor patients receiving anticoagulation therapy in the form of intravenous unfractionated heparin infusions on the Salford Care Organisation Site. The aim is, where possible, to standardise the doses used and recommend dose adjustments.

Categories:

  • Pharmacy: Prescribing, Medicines, Pain, Chemotherapy

Published: 21/01/2022

Status: Up to date - due for review on 19/01/2027

Owners:

  • Diagnostics & Pharmacy

Applicable to:

  • Salford Care Organisation