fondaparinux
Drug class
Active ingredient: fondaparinux
- Other antithrombotic agentsATC code: B01AXSource: ATC
Allergy cross-reactivity
Fondaparinux (safer alternative)
Risk level: Low
Basis: Synthetic pentasaccharide with low cross-reactivity (~6-10%) in heparin/LMWH delayed-type skin hypersensitivity; commonly used as a safer alternative.
Other active ingredients in the same group:
No other active ingredients listed in this group.
Notes: Cross-reaction rate is low (~6-10%) but not zero; observation advised at first dose. HIT is a separate entity. Do not give a binary safe/allergic verdict; refer to a specialist.
Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17573880/
Cross-reactivity risk is not definitive; consult an allergy/infectious disease specialist.