which heparin can be used during pregnancy/
Therefore, heparin or low molecular weight heparin medications (like Lovenox) are preferred during pregnancy. In most cases, Lovenox is thought to be at least as safe and effective as regular heparin for use during pregnancy. However, it is still unclear if Lovenox is effective enough (compared to heparin) for preventing or treating clots in pregnant women with mechanical heart valves.
Pregnancy is a hypercoagulable state. Thrombotic risk in. an individual pregnancy depends on many maternal and. situational factors. When indicated, careful anticoagulation can proceed. with minimal risk to the mother and fetus. Heparins, especially LMWHs, are the main anticoagulants. used in pregnancy. Dosing depends on the clinical indica-. tions and on the agent selected. If anticoagulation is absolutely necessary and LMWH. is contraindicated, a newer, alternative anticoagulant. should be considered.