Vitamin K(Phytomenadione) inj

Overview

Vitamin K Injection contains Phytomenadione (Vitamin K1), used to prevent or treat bleeding disorders caused by vitamin K deficiency. It plays a critical role in the synthesis of clotting factors II, VII, IX, and X in the liver, which are essential for normal blood coagulation.

It is commonly administered in newborns, patients on anticoagulants, or those with liver disease to prevent or correct bleeding.

⚖️ Strength/Dosage Form:

Injection: commonly 1 mg/ml or 10 mg/ml

Pack size: 1 ml or 2 ml ampoules for intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), or subcutaneous (SC) administration

✅ Indication:

Prevention of hemorrhagic disease in newborns

Treatment of vitamin K deficiency bleeding

Reversal of excessive anticoagulation (e.g., Warfarin overdose)

Coagulopathy due to liver disease or malabsorption

⚠️ Note:

Administration route (IV, IM, SC) depends on clinical situation

Must be used under medical supervision, especially in patients with bleeding disorders