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Heparin sodium does not cross the placental barrier, but adequate pregnancy data for the Baxter Healthcare Ltd heparin sodium in 0.9% sodium chloride infusion product are lacking, so physicians should carefully assess individual risks and benefits before prescribing.
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- Heparin Sodium BP 1000 IU/L in 0.9% w/v Sodium Chloride IV InfusionBaxter Healthcare Ltd · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 4Document updated
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