SPL Set ID: ad0f410c-6121-43f9-9844-943472961cb0
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Heparin is a heterogeneous group of straight-chain anionic mucopolysaccharides, called glycosaminoglycans, possessing anticoagulant properties. It is composed of polymers of alternating derivations of α-D-glucosamido ( N -sulfated O -sulfated O -sulfated or N -acetylated) and O -sulfated uronic acid (α-L-iduronic acid or β-D-glucuronic acid). Structure of heparin sodium (representative subunits): Heparin Sodium Injection, USP is a sterile solution of heparin sodium derived from porcine intestinal mucosa, standardized for anticoagulant activity, in water for injection. It is to be administered by intravenous or deep subcutaneous routes. The potency is determined by a biological assay using a USP reference standard based on units of heparin sodium activity per milligram. Each 0.5 mL of the 5,000 units per 0.5 mL preparation contains: 5,000 USP heparin sodium units (porcine); water for injection q.s. Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may have been added for pH adjustment (5.0 to 7.5). Structure of Heparin Sodium