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How Long Should I Use Clexane After Ankle Surgery?

Sir, I am taking clexane for 3 weeks now (that s post ankel surgery)... my doc is on leave currently and I am not sure if I should continue taking clexane or stop I still have 3 more weeks to go with cast-on and can t put weight or move my leg Pls advice My age is 36 and weight is 75kg, I m on 40 mg daily dose of clexane
Thu, 23 Jul 2020
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Hello,

You can continue clexane until you are able to mobilise or move the limbs. As you are immobilised, you are at a high risk for developing clots and clexane will help to prevent it.

Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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How Long Should I Use Clexane After Ankle Surgery?

Hello, You can continue clexane until you are able to mobilise or move the limbs. As you are immobilised, you are at a high risk for developing clots and clexane will help to prevent it. Hope I have answered your queries. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain