It is used to treat or prevent a type of blood clot called deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which can lead to blood clots in the lungs (pulmonary embolism). A DVT can occur after certain types of surgery, or in people who are bed-ridden due to a prolonged illness.

It can cause hemorrhage, fever, edema, nausea, enema.

It is contra indicated in hypersensitivity, History of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia etc