Bivalirudin contraindications

Contraindications and Precautions

 * The drug must not be given to patients with clinically relevant preexisting bleeding disorders of any origin.
 * Allergy to Bivalirudin or other ingredients of the preparation.
 * Women planning to become pregnant (Pregnancy Category B) or wishing to start breast-feeding (effects on the newborn not known) should ask their clinician.
 * Patients with significantly reduced renal function should receive Bivalirudin in reduced doses.
 * Pediatric patients should not be treated, because there is no clinical experience.